Ovech Fortress, Medieval fortress near Provadiya, Bulgaria.
The fortress stands on a plateau overlooking the town, with stone walls and towers rising from natural rock formations reaching 25 meters high.
From the 3rd to 17th centuries, the fortress served as a military stronghold, known as Provat by Byzantines and Tash Hisar under Ottoman rule.
The fortress name derives from the Bulgarian word for sheep, reflecting the regional agricultural traditions of livestock grazing in surrounding areas.
Visitors can access the fortress through an eco path with stairs, located 50 kilometers from Varna with regular bus and train connections.
The fortress contains 13 water collection cisterns and features a deep well extending 79 meters into the rock formation.
Location: Provadia
GPS coordinates: 43.17541,27.44802
Latest update: May 18, 2025 11:55
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