Calnic Fortified Church
Calnic Fortified Church
Calnic Fortified Church

Calnic Fortified Church

The fortified church of Câlnic (Kelling) was built in the 13th century by noble counts and expanded into a fortified complex during the 14th and 15th centuries. After being sold to the Saxon community in 1430, it served as a refuge during Ottoman attacks. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is known for its keep, defensive walls, and gate tower – a major historical landmark of Transylvania.