Erivan Fortress, Ottoman fortress in Yerevan, Armenia
Description
Erivan Fortress was a rectangular fortification in Yerevan with a perimeter of about 1200 meters and three main gateways named Tabriz, Shirvan, and Korpu. Each entrance featured double-line battlements and iron gates.
History
The fortress was built in 1582 by Ottoman commander Ferhat Pasha and served as a key military stronghold in the region. It was captured in 1827 by Russian forces under Ivan Paskevich, marking the end of Ottoman control.
Culture
The Sardar Palace within the fortress displayed Persian architecture with intricate glass ornaments and contained a Hall of Mirrors with decorative ceilings.
Practical
The original site was located near today's Republic Square, but few structural remains and archaeological traces of the old fortress are visible now. Visitors should be aware of its historical location and consult nearby museums or local guides to learn more about the original layout.
Did you know?
Two mosques stood inside the fortress walls: the Rajab-Pasha Mosque from 1725 and the Abbas Mirza Mosque. The former was later converted into a Russian Orthodox church.
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