Yezidabad castle, Pre-medieval fortress in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan.
The stone and mud construction of Yezidabad Castle stands on elevated ground, featuring defensive walls that extend across the surrounding landscape.
Built during the reign of Sassanid king Yazdegerd III in 632, the fortress served as a strategic military position until the mid-7th century.
The castle houses a museum displaying Bronze Age artifacts and archaeological findings that document the development of regional civilizations.
Visitors can reach the castle by taking a flight from Baku to Nakhchivan airport, followed by a short drive to the archaeological site.
The fortress walls contain original Sassanid architectural elements, including specific defensive structures rarely found in other regional castles.
Location: Nakhchivan
GPS coordinates: 39.19528,45.41389
Latest update: March 6, 2025 15:20
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