Fortress of Izborsk, Medieval fortress in Izborsk, Russia.
The fortress stands on Zheravya Hill with limestone walls stretching along the perimeter and features multiple defensive towers connecting the fortification system.
Founded in 1330 under Pskov leadership, the fortress served as a crucial defensive structure against invasions from the Livonian Order and other western powers.
The Nikolskij Cathedral within the fortress walls represents the religious significance of medieval Russian architecture and Orthodox Christian traditions.
Visitors can access the fortress daily, explore the towers, walk along the walls, and participate in guided tours explaining military engineering techniques.
The fortress walls contain a network of hidden passages and secret chambers that allowed defenders to move undetected during sieges.
Location: Izborsk
Inception: 1341
Architectural style: Pskov architectural style
Address: Старый Изборск, крепость
GPS coordinates: 57.71028,27.86077
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:45
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