Old Ganja archeological complex, Archaeological hillfort in Ganja, Azerbaijan
The Old Ganja complex consists of brick and clay fortification walls extending 2.3 kilometers in length and reaching heights of 6 meters.
Construction of the fortress began in September 1588 under Farhad Pasha's command, following Ottoman forces capturing the region from Safavid control.
The fortress architecture follows the Arran School design principles, incorporating 30 defensive towers positioned between 200 to 500 meters along its walls.
The remaining section of the fortress walls stands visible in Khan's Garden, the oldest park in Ganja, accessible from the city entrance along Ganja River.
The fortress used strategic architectural features that allowed defenders to pour boiling substances onto attackers from specific heights and positions.
Architectural style: Arran Architectural School
Made from material: brick, clay
GPS coordinates: 40.71519,46.42149
Latest update: March 27, 2025 04:54
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