Velika Kladuša Castle, Medieval fortress in Velika Kladuša, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Velika Kladuša Castle is a stone fortress that stands on elevated ground and is surrounded by thick defensive walls. These walls extend across the entire perimeter and are monitored by several guard towers that controlled the surroundings.
The fortress is first mentioned in 1280 under King Ladislaus IV of Hungary. It underwent major reinforcement when the Ottomans captured it in 1633.
The fortress displays a blend of Hungarian, Ottoman, and Austro-Hungarian architectural styles that came from the different powers controlling the region. Visitors can clearly see these layers of architecture while exploring the walls and towers.
You can reach the fortress by a marked path from the town center, and the local tourism office can help with directions. The walk is relatively short and the paths are usually easy to navigate.
The fortress held a garrison of 120 soldiers until 1790, when this number increased following the fall of nearby Cetina. This shift shows how regional military strategy responded to political changes.
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