Baranof Castle State Historic Site

The Baranof Castle State Historic Site, also known as Castle Hill, stands as a significant landmark in Sitka, USA. This small hill overlooking Sitka Harbor was once a Tlingit Native fortification and later a Russian military outpost. It is most notable for being the site where the formal transfer of Russian Alaska to the United States took place in 1867. Additionally, it marks the spot where the United States flag was first raised after Alaska achieved statehood in 1959. Today, visitors can explore the historical site and enjoy panoramic views of the harbor, immersing themselves in the rich layers of history that this location holds.