Sev Berd, 19th-century fortress in Gyumri, Armenia
The round military fortress constructed from black tuff stone stands on a hill overlooking the city, situated eight kilometers from the Turkish border.
Construction of the fortress began in 1834 under Emperor Nicholas I as a response to potential Turkish threats following the Russian-Persian War.
The fortress walls contain inscriptions from Russian soldiers who recorded their names and places of origin during their service at the military complex.
An amphitheater inside the fortress serves as a venue for contemporary forums, concerts, and public gatherings throughout the year.
The underground network of passages previously connected the fortress to other military structures, including the location of the current Mother Armenia Monument.
Location: Gyumri
Inception: 1834
GPS coordinates: 40.78220,43.82530
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36
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