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Likhauri Fortress

Likhauri Fortress, Medieval fortress in Guria region, Georgia.

Likhauri Fortress is a medieval stronghold in the Guria region of Georgia, built on a hill that overlooks the surrounding landscape and offers clear views in all directions. The structure consists of stone walls and defensive towers, some intact and others reduced to partial remains after centuries of exposure.

The fortress was built during medieval times as a military outpost to defend the Guria region against attacks and invasions from outside forces. Its elevated position allowed defenders to monitor approaching threats and control key passages through the territory.

Locals call it Tamar's Fortress after Queen Tamar, who legend credits with building it in the 12th century; the name Chanieti Fortress is also used. The fortress belonged to the prince, and the noble Takaishvili family served as its garrison. In 1828 Sophia Gurieli, who resisted Russian rule in Guria, fortified herself here.

The fortress stands on a hill about 2 km from Likhauri's centre, on the boundary with Chanieti. The rectangular enclosure is built of partly worked river, basalt and sandstone blocks, with three towers of different sizes and shapes set into the high wall. The north tower's entrance is on the third floor from the courtyard side, and its first floor holds the main gate, cut into the stone with double bolt recesses. The ground inside is uneven, so sturdy footwear helps.

Near the fortress, a hoard of 1,000 Ottoman silver coins from the 17th–18th centuries was found. The north tower's entrance sits on the third floor, reached from the courtyard, while its ground floor forms the main gate, cut into stone with double bolt recesses. The west tower has a pointed back projecting beyond the wall.

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