A hidden chamber beneath Galician Castle in Halych, Ukraine, has been accessed by archaeologists after being sealed for over 300 years. Discovered due to a ventilation shaft leading to the chamber, experts theorize it was once a casemate to safeguard valuables during conflicts, particularly the Turkish-Polish War of 1676 when the castle was damaged. Further investigation may unveil connections to local legends and potentially a network of tunnels. The delicate excavation process was manual to maintain archaeological integrity and access remains restricted as research continues.
This part of the castle had been completely cut off since the explosion. No heavy machinery could be used, so it was all done manually to preserve the archaeological integrity.
Initial theories suggest that the chamber served as a casemate - an arsenal, or vault for safeguarding precious belongings during times of conflict.
A small gap in one of the chamber's walls indicates the presence of a tunnel, or possibly a network of underground tunnels long associated with local legend.
The building, called Galician Castle - or Starasta Castle - was originally founded in the 12th century as a wooden fortification built on a rocky outcrop.
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