1230s facts for kids

The 1230s was a period of ten years that started on January 1, 1230, and ended on December 31, 1239. During this time, important buildings were started, and new states were formed in Europe.

Key Events of the 1230s

New Buildings and Castles

• In 1232, construction began on Liverpool Castle in England. This castle was built to protect the town and its port, which was growing in importance for trade. Castles like this were very common during the Middle Ages, serving as homes for powerful lords and as strong defenses.
• The beautiful St. Mark Basilica in Heraklion, located on the island of Crete, was built in 1239. At that time, Crete was part of the Venetian empire. The basilica was an important church and a symbol of the Venetian presence on the island.

Changes in European States

• A new state called Brunswick-Luneburg was formed in 1235. This was a "ducal state," meaning it was ruled by a duke. These types of states were common in the Holy Roman Empire, where many smaller territories were governed by powerful families. The formation of Brunswick-Luneburg was an important event in the history of what is now Germany.