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Gokvelioglu Castle

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Gokvelioglu Castle

Gokvelioglu or Kizlar Castle is a ruined castle located in Adana Province, Turkey. It is believed that it was the Arab fortification of al-Muttaqqab which dating back to the 9th century AD. The castle was occupied and rebuilt by the Armenians in the 13th century AD.

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Country: Turkey

District: Adana Province

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 9th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Islamic

Later Cultures: Armenian

Site Features: Islamic & Armenian Monuments

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Elevation: 213 m

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