Vinica's Fortress

Macedonia / Vinica /
 fortification, listed building / architectural heritage
Viničko Kale is an ancient ruin located on the hill above the town of Vinica, Republic of Macedonia. It is located on the left side of the Grdečka River, on a hill about 400 meters above sea level. Viničko Kale was discovered in 1954. In 1978, 5 fragments of terra-cotta icons were discovered in Viničko Kale, which shows that it was inhabited from Neolithic times to the Middle Ages.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viničko_Kale
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Coordinates:   41°52'39"N   22°30'7"E

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  • "Vinichko Kale" is a fortress from 6º-12º century. From this place you have a tremendous view over the area. A small road leeds to the fortress. On 20020831 there were no gards and no entree fee. Some of the building stones are bread-sized and have a green-gray color.
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