Ostrvica Castle, Medieval fortress in Gornji Milanovac Municipality, Serbia.
Ostrvica Castle is a medieval fortress situated on the slopes of Rudnik mountain in Gornji Milanovac Municipality. The ruins display stonework that extends across multiple levels of the mountainous terrain.
The fortress was built in 1323 and marked the start of a period of military fortification in medieval Serbia. It was part of the defensive structures that protected trade routes and settlements in the region.
The fortress served as a defensive stronghold in medieval Serbia and reflects military building practices of that era. Today visitors can observe how the structures were adapted to fit the mountainous landscape.
The site is best reached via marked hiking paths that start from the base of Rudnik mountain and lead upward to the elevated fortress. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for uneven ground and steep climbs.
The fortress sits at a strategic elevation where defenders could once monitor the surrounding valley and approach routes. This location shows how important sightlines were to medieval defensive strategy.
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