Nikopol Fortress

Bulgaria / Pleven / Nikopol /
 ruined castle, Medieval / Middle Ages
Nikopol Fortress, also known as Kaleto Fortress or Shishman’s Fortress, popularly known as the Shishmanovo Kale or Bash Tabia Kale, is located on the western hill above Nikopol. It is 350 m long and 250 m wide and was a heavily fortified fortress of important strategic importance and a well-protected port. The western part of the fortress with the “charshiyskata gate” is partially preserved. Archaeological excavations have uncovered various cultural layers – Roman, Bulgarian and Turkish periods.

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Coordinates:   43°42'13"N   24°53'33"E

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