Apulon, Dacian fortress in Craiva, Romania.
The Piatra Craivii fortress sits atop a limestone massif at 1078 meters elevation, featuring stone enclosures and defensive structures from ancient times.
Between the 2nd century BC and 1st century AD, this settlement functioned as a power center with military, residential, and economic roles for the Dacian civilization.
Archaeological excavations at Piatra Craivii revealed a bronze Gorgon applique measuring 8.9 by 7.7 centimeters, indicating connections with Greco-Roman artistic traditions.
The archaeological site maintains preserved sections of ancient defensive walls, with additional artifacts displayed at the National Museum of Union in Alba Iulia.
The fortress location provided strategic observation points across multiple valleys, supporting the theory that this was the ancient Apoulon mentioned by Ptolemy.
Location: Craiva
Location: Alba County
Elevation above the sea: 1,078 m
GPS coordinates: 46.20912,23.48542
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:51
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