Çimpe Castle, Byzantine fortress in Gelibolu Peninsula, Turkey
The fortress stands on a strategic position overlooking both the Dardanelles Strait and the Gulf of Saros, controlling maritime passages.
In 1352, Sultan Orhan's son Suleiman Pasha secured the fortress, marking the first Ottoman territory in Europe and initiating Balkan expansion.
The fortress architecture combines Byzantine defensive elements with additions from the Ottoman period, reflecting the transition between these civilizations.
Visitors can reach the fortress ruins via a road from Canakkale, with guided tours available from March through November.
The fortress location served as the starting point for Ottoman expansion into Europe, leading to their eventual reach to Vienna's gates.
Location: Çanakkale Province
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.49580,26.73460
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:47
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