Omsk Fortress, Military fortress in Omsk, Russia
The fortress consists of stone walls, towers, and bastions positioned along the banks of the Om and Irtysh rivers in central Omsk.
Founded in 1716 by Iwan Dmitrijewitsch Buchholz, the fortress served as a strategic military outpost for Russian expansion into Siberia during the 18th century.
The fortress complex includes several preserved buildings that demonstrate the evolution of military architecture from different periods of Russian history.
Visitors can access the fortress grounds daily and explore the historical buildings through guided tours that explain the military and administrative functions.
The fortress marks the exact location where the city of Omsk originated, leading to its development as one of the largest urban centers in Siberia.
Location: Omsk
Inception: 1768
Founders: Iwan Buchholz
GPS coordinates: 54.98556,73.36283
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:11
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