Atskuri Fortress

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Atskuri Fortress

Atskuri Fortress is a Georgian feudal fortress located on the right bank of the Mtkvari River in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region, Georgia. It was built in the 10th century AD and was an important stronghold for the defense of Georgia during the Middle ages.

Site Information

Country: Georgia

District: Samtskhe-Javakheti Region

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 10th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Georgian

Later Cultures: Georgian

Site Features: Georgian Monuments

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Elevation: 918 m

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