Halidzor Fortress, 17th-century fortress in Kapan, Armenia.
The fortress stands on a hill at 983 meters altitude, featuring irregular quadrangle walls and two arched portals near the Voghji River.
David Bek established his military headquarters here between 1723 and 1727, defending against 70,000 Ottoman forces during a seven-day siege.
The fortress contains the remains of Saint Minas Church, constructed in 1611, along with a chapel and multiple religious structures within its walls.
Visitors can reach the fortress ruins by following a marked path from Kapan, with the site offering views across the surrounding mountainous landscape.
A 500-meter secret tunnel once connected the fortress to the Voghji River, enabling defenders to access water supplies during prolonged sieges.
Location: Kapan
Elevation above the sea: 983 m
Part of: Բնակելի թաղամաս Բեխ
GPS coordinates: 39.21920,46.35330
Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:22
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