Soroca Fort, Medieval fortress in Soroca, Moldova.
The stone fortress features five towers reaching 24 meters high, with walls three meters thick forming a perfect circular perimeter along the Dniester River.
Originally built as a wooden structure in 1499 by Stephen the Great, the fortress was reconstructed in stone between 1543 and 1546 under Petru Rares.
The fortress represents medieval Moldavian military architecture with its round shape and five bastions placed at equal distances around the circumference.
The fortress contains four levels in each tower, with the lower two floors designed for artillery storage and positions for defensive operations.
The fortress includes three entrance doors with a portcullis system, maintaining its original medieval defensive mechanisms from the 16th century.
Location: Soroca
GPS coordinates: 48.16122,28.30548
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:35
These fortresses represent European military architecture from medieval to Renaissance periods. From the Baltic to the Black Sea, castles and strongholds stand on mountain peaks, river banks, and strategic heights. The structures display various defense techniques and regional building traditions.
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