THE HISTORY OF THE ARCHITECTURE OF THE HIGH CASTLE IN LVIV

The article is devoted to the history of the architecture of the High Castle in Lviv and examines the stages of the castle's architectural development from the moment of its foundation in the 13th century to its decline in the 17th century. The architectural styles that influenced the appearance of the castle in different periods and the change in its defensive and residential functions were analyzed. Particular attention is paid to the description of structural features and architectural details. The history and architectural features of the High Castle in Lviv remain insufficiently studied and little known to the general public. Despite numerous references in the literature, information about the stages of the castle's development, its functional purpose and architectural transformations in different historical periods are often fragmentary and incomplete. The lack of systematic data on changes to the castle makes it difficult to understand its architectural and historical significance. The main goal of the article is to fill the gaps in knowledge about the High Castle, to present a comprehensive overview of its history, functional purpose, architectural features and unique artifacts. Reveal the stages of development and transformation of the castle from its foundation in the 13th century to its decline in the 17th century.