Kursk Kremlin, Medieval fortress in Kursk, Russia.
The Kursk Kremlin stands at the highest point of the city, surrounded by the Kur River and Tuskar River on three sides of its perimeter.
The fortress dates back to 1095, serving as a critical defensive structure against raids from the Crimean Tatars during the medieval period.
The Kremlin housed administrative offices, military structures, and religious buildings, forming the central hub of early Kursk social and political life.
The fortress location at the confluence of three rivers provided natural protection and controlled important trade routes connecting northern and southern territories.
The fortification system incorporated advanced defensive techniques of the time, including deep moats, high walls, and strategic watchtowers monitoring approaching threats.
Location: Kursk
Inception: 1095
GPS coordinates: 51.72403,36.19158
Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:45
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