Citadel of Lille

Citadelle de Lille

fort in Lille

#1 in Lille / #118 in France

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The Citadel of Lille in Lille, France, is a remarkable example of 17th-century military architecture designed by the renowned French military engineer Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban. Constructed between 1667 and 1670 following the capture of Lille by Louis XIV, the citadel is often referred to as the "Queen of Citadels" due to its innovative design and strategic importance. The fortress features a star-shaped layout, which was a revolutionary design at the time, offering robust defensive capabilities against artillery attacks.

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