Mardin Castle, Medieval castle in Mardin, Turkey.
The fortified castle sits atop a hill at 1200 meters elevation, extending 1000 meters in length with widths varying between 30 and 150 meters.
The castle was constructed during the Hamdanid dynasty rule in 975-976 CE and later became a stronghold for multiple empires including Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman.
The castle's name originates from the Neo-Aramaic word Marida meaning fortress, reflecting the linguistic heritage of the region.
The castle currently functions as a military base with NATO radar installations, limiting public access to specific viewing areas near the summit.
The fortress contains multiple underground storage chambers that were designed to hold substantial quantities of food and military supplies for extended periods.
GPS coordinates: 37.31544,40.73839
Latest update: March 8, 2025 14:56
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