Doğubayazıt Castle, Medieval fortress in Doğubayazıt, Turkey.
The castle stands on steep rocky cliffs, featuring six large towers connected by rectangular stone walls measuring 220 meters by 180 meters.
Archaeological evidence suggests initial settlements at the castle site date back to the 13th century BCE, with subsequent modifications by Urartian, Seljuk, and Ottoman civilizations.
The fortress served as a crucial checkpoint along the ancient Silk Road trade route, connecting merchants from the Black Sea ports to central Asia.
Located 7 kilometers southeast of Doğubayazıt city center, the castle remains accessible through preserved stone staircases and original entrance gates.
The castle walls incorporate distinctive stone cutting techniques from different historical periods, demonstrating the evolution of military engineering across multiple civilizations.
Location: Doğubayazıt
GPS coordinates: 39.52161,44.13294
Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:46
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