CASTLE ARCHITECTURE OF TERNOPIL REGION: MODERN UKRAINIAN HISTORIOGRAPHY

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Abstract. The purpose of the article is to analyze and systematize scientific works devoted to the study of the castle architecture of Ternopil region, to clarify the main directions and stages of the development of historiography, the contribution of individual scientists and researchers, to identify the main problems and issues that remain insufficiently studied. The research methodology includes a comprehensive approach that includes the following basic methods: historical-genetic method for studying the process of formation and development of the castle architecture of Ternopil region in different historical periods, taking into account changes in styles and architectural forms; a historical-comparative method for comparing the features of the castle architecture of the Ternopil region with the castle architecture of other regions of Ukraine, which will allow to reveal the unique features of the local architectural heritage; analysis of sources and historiography for the systematization and assessment of historiographic works devoted to the castles of the Ternopil region, determination of key stages of study, methodological approaches and theoretical foundations; synthesis and generalization for the formulation of general conclusions regarding the main problems of the researched topic. The scientific novelty lies in the fact that the author has for the first time carried out a comprehensive analysis of works devoted to the study of castle architecture of the Ternopil region, which allows us to clearly outline the main stages of research on this topic. Certain aspects that remain insufficiently studied have been identified. Prospective directions for further scientific research are outlined. Conclusions. A comprehensive review and analysis of scientific works devoted to the castle architecture of Ternopil Oblast was carried out. This made it possible to highlight the main stages of the development of historiography, key topics, research approaches and main scientific schools working on this topic. Those aspects that remain insufficiently studied in historiography have been identified, this creates a basis for further scientific research. The specific features of the castles of the Ternopil region, which distinguish them from fortifications in other regions of Ukraine, are highlighted. Their importance is emphasized not only as architectural monuments, but also as symbols of local identity, which have the potential for the development of tourism and the revival of the historical memory of the region.