Funa Fortress, Eastern Orthodox fortress in Crimea
The Funa Fortress combines military fortifications with religious architecture, featuring high walls, loopholes, and the Church of St. Theodor Stratilatus within its perimeter.
Constructed in 1422, the fortress served as a defense structure during numerous conflicts and withstood attacks until its partial destruction by Ottoman forces in 1475.
The fortress walls contain the Church of St. Theodor Stratilatus, established in 1459, representing the religious practices of the Eastern Orthodox community in medieval Crimea.
Visitors can reach the fortress through marked paths from nearby towns, with optimal viewing conditions during morning hours when natural light enhances the architectural details.
The fortress stands near the Valley of Ghosts, where natural rock formations create shapes that resemble human figures against the mountain landscape.
Location: Crimea
Inception: 1422
Website: http://krepost-funa.crm.muzkult.ru
GPS coordinates: 44.75167,34.38833
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:41
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