Demirköy Foundry, Archaeological site in Demirköy, Turkey.
The foundry complex contains two ground levels with stone walls, bastions, and a mosque positioned within the upper courtyard section.
The foundry produced cannonballs for Sultan Mehmed II during the conquest of Constantinople in 1453, operating until Russian forces destroyed it in 1877.
The site demonstrates Ottoman metallurgical techniques through its water-powered bellows system and specialized copper molds for manufacturing military equipment.
The archaeological ruins stand 3.8 kilometers southeast of Demirköy town center, requiring personal transportation for access from major cities.
Archaeological excavations revealed a secondary workshop containing two melting furnaces located 230 meters from the main production facility.
Location: Demirköy
GPS coordinates: 41.81750,27.81417
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:06
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