Paired Fortress Gates, Medieval fortress gates in Sabayil, Azerbaijan
The Paired Fortress Gates consist of two matching stone structures with embrasures and battlements integrated into the northern wall of Baku Fortress.
Construction of the first gate started in the 12th century under Manuchohr III, while the second gate was added during Shah I Abbas's reign in the 17th century.
The gates represent the Shirvan-Absheron architectural school through their design elements, showcasing local engineering and military construction methods of medieval Azerbaijan.
Located at coordinates 40.368792N, 49.836339E, the gates provide access to visitors daily and include an adjacent tourist information center with historical documentation.
The fortress gates maintained identical dimensions despite being built five centuries apart, demonstrating the preservation of architectural techniques across generations.
Location: Baku
Location: Sabayil
Architectural style: Shirvan-Absheron architectural school
Website: http://icherisheher.gov.az
GPS coordinates: 40.36879,49.83634
Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:07
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