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Anakopia Fortress
Anakopia Fortress
Fortress
Country:
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Region:
Abkhasia
Other names:
Анакопийская крепость
Value:
National
Visit duration:
1 h
Description:
An ancient Abkhazian fortress stands on the Anakopia mountain. The building, founded in the 7th century by the Byzantines, was intended to protect the city from the Arabs. A powerful fortification consisted of a fortress wall and towers. The only way to get into the yard was by a ladder.
Categories:
Architecture / Fortress
Fortress
Labels:
Must visit
Topics:
Archeology
Why visit:
Excursion
Interesting:
Best visit time:
January
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Access:
Bike
Car
Car 4x4
Foot
Motorbike
Info:
Map and directions
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ID:
5160