Amasra Castle, Byzantine fortress in Bartın Province, Turkey.
The fortress stands on a narrow peninsula connected to the mainland, featuring defensive walls, gates, towers, and multiple architectural elements from different periods.
The Romans established the initial fortification, while the Byzantines reinforced the walls before the Genoese added front walls and gates in the 14th century.
The castle walls display numerous stone decorations and Genoese coats of arms, representing the various civilizations that controlled this strategic Black Sea location.
Visitors can explore both sections of the fortress: Zindan Castle on the peninsula and Sormagir Castle on Boztepe Island, connected by the Kemere Bridge.
The castle includes a tunnel system leading to a freshwater pool, which served as a vital water source during sieges.
Location: Amasra
Part of: Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea
GPS coordinates: 41.74972,32.38667
Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:43
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