Sokol Fortress, Medieval fortress in Dunave, Croatia.
Sokol Fortress is a medieval stronghold in Dunave built on a limestone cliff, featuring watchtowers, ammunition storage, and a water cistern within its stone walls. Multiple levels and corridors connect different sections designed for defense and daily functions during wartime.
The fortress was first recorded in writing during 1373 and served as a key defense point for the Republic of Ragusa against coastal threats. It was eventually abandoned in 1672, marking the end of its active military role in the region.
The fortress reflects how people in this region lived and defended their homes during the medieval period, with its layout showing the daily routines of soldiers and residents. The stone structures reveal the practical concerns of those who built and maintained this stronghold.
The restored fortress is open to visitors who can walk through its rooms and levels, with guides available to explain the medieval structures and their defensive purposes. Wear sturdy shoes as the cliff location and narrow passages require careful footing and some physical effort.
Excavations at this site have uncovered evidence of human settlement from the Eneolithic period through Roman times, layers beneath the medieval fortress. This tells a story of continuous habitation by different peoples across thousands of years at the same location.
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