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Karaman Castle

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Karaman Castle

Karaman Castle is a historical castle located in the city of Karaman, Turkey. The castle was probably built in the 11th or 12th century AD by the Byzantine Empire. It was captured by the Seljuks of Anatolia, Karamanids and finally the Ottoman Empire. The Ottomans restored the castle in 1465 AD.

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Country: Turkey

District: Karaman Province

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 11th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Byzantine

Later Cultures: Islamic

Site Features: Byzantine & Islamic Monuments

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Elevation: 1046 m

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