Romania, Prejmer Fortified Church

The video discusses the preserved fortified churches in Transylvania, Romania, highlighting their architectural diversity and historical significance as UNESCO World Heritage sites. It explores the Saxon villages established in the 12th century by German colonists under Hungarian kings, focusing on their unique settlement patterns and community resilience against invasions. The video also details the Premier Lutheran fortified church, founded by Teutonic Knights and later managed by the Saxon community, showcasing its Gothic architecture and historical transitions.

What is the significance of the fortified churches in Transylvania?

• They are examples of modern architecture.

• They are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

• They were built in the 18th century.

• They are located in Western Romania.

Who were the original settlers of the Saxon villages in Transylvania?

• The French settlers

• German colonists

• The Roman Empire

• The Ottoman Empire

What was a common feature of the smaller communities' fortifications?

• They were built underground.

• They had no defensive structures.

• They were centered around the church.

• They had large castles.

Which architectural style was used in the construction of the Premier Lutheran fortified church?

• Romanesque

• Gothic

• Renaissance

• Baroque

Who completed the construction of the Premier church after the expulsion of the Teutonic Knights?

• The Dominicans

• The Benedictines

• The Cistercians

• The Franciscans