Nardaran Fortress, Medieval fortress in Nardaran village, Azerbaijan.
The fortress features a prominent tower reaching 12 meters in height, constructed with white stones and surrounded by walls of different elevations.
Built in 1301 by architect Mahmud ibn Sa'd, the fortress served as a strategic observation and defense point for the Shirvanshahs on the Absheron Peninsula.
Two Arabic inscriptions carved in stone above the central tower entrance demonstrate the architectural techniques and craftsmanship of medieval Azerbaijan.
The fortress stands 25 kilometers north of Baku, with regular transportation options available from the capital city throughout the day.
The structure contains a deep well on the first floor of the main tower, connected to an underground sewerage system from the medieval period.
Location: Nardaran
Inception: 1301
Architects: Mahmud ibn Sa'd
Architectural style: Shirvan-Absheron architectural school
GPS coordinates: 40.56139,50.00481
Latest update: March 23, 2025 17:54
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