Shamkir Fortress, Medieval fortress in Shamkir District, Azerbaijan
The fortress features a tall minaret constructed with intricate brickwork patterns and an octahedral upper section rising from a prismatic base.
Built between the 9th and 12th centuries, the fortress served as a defense structure during the Seljuk period and withstood numerous invasions.
The structure includes a minaret commissioned by Sheikh al-Saleh ibn Afshin in 1099, demonstrating the Islamic architectural influence in medieval Azerbaijan.
The fortress remains are accessible through the road network connecting Shamkir District to other major cities in Azerbaijan.
A Kufic inscription discovered at the site reveals the exact date and patron of the minaret construction, providing precise historical documentation.
Location: Shamkir District
GPS coordinates: 40.83529,46.12588
Latest update: April 19, 2025 08:31
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