Van Fortress

The Fortress of Van (Turkish: Van Kalesi) is a massive stone fortification built by the ancient kingdom of Urartu during the 9th to 7th centuries BC. The fortress is the largest example of its kind. It overlooks the ruins of Tushpa the ancient Urartian capital during the 9th century.

Coordinates: 38° 30' 14.10" N  43° 20' 3.70" E

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