
With its majestic walls and upright stance beside the river, this fortress watches over the city like a guardian. Have you ever imagined walking inside a castle that has stood for centuries?Ardahan Castle is located right in the heart of the city, immediately beside the roaring Kura River. This massive stone structure has served as a loyal sentinel for centuries, sheltering great empires such as the Ottomans and the Seljuks.When Was This Castle Built?The exact date of the castle’s original const
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Zerrin Bayar

Ardahan Castle is located on the left bank of the Kura River, which separates the Halil Efendi Neighborhood from the city center, to the north of Ardahan city center in Türkiye. The castle was positioned along the riverbank to overlook the Ardahan Plain. Today, Ardahan Castle continues to exist within the urban fabric and preserves its historical structure.HistoryThe exact date of the castle’s initial construction is unknown; however, prehistoric research conducted in the region indicates that h
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Neriman Çalışkan