In this article we will tell you about the Feodosia Genoese fortress. Here are the main facts and describe the most interesting sights. Let's show its position on the map and explain how to get to this fortress. You can also enjoy the views of the fortress from a drone flight.
CONTENT:
1. General information
2. History of the fortress
3. Fortress churches
4. Sacred spring
5. Monument to Afanasy Nikitin
6. How to get to the fortress
7. Note to tourists
General information
Country Russia
Location - Feodosia
Construction - XIV century
Status - Historical and Architectural Reserve
Wall height - 11 meters
Wall length - 5 km
Fortress history
There are two Genoese fortresses in Crimea. The largest in Sudak and the second largest in Feodosia. The citadel of Theodosia fortress was built in 1340-1343. Subsequently, it was completed with towers, where the entire Quarantine Hill was surrounded by walls. The height of the walls of the fortress was 11 meters, and its length was 5 kilometers.
The most famous tower that has survived to this day is called Konstantinovskaya. Usually each tower was named after the consul who was responsible for the construction of the tower. Sometimes the towers were named after the Pope.
The number of towers was about 30, which made it possible for the fortress to reflect any attacks of enemies. Many people lived in the city, and there were also quite a few castles. There was also the largest slave market in Crimea.
At that time, the fortress had 6 gates, and a moat was made behind the walls of the fortress, which was filled with water. This ditch had two purposes, namely a protective function and a collection of waste water.
The fortress is a historical and archaeological monument and is under state protection.
Fortress churches
The fortress provides an opportunity to enjoy wonderful views of antiquity and magnificent nature, which can be seen from the observation deck.
Also inside the walls, you can see several well-preserved churches.
Church of John the Baptist (1348);
Church of St. John the Theologian (14th century);
Church of St. George (14th century);
St. Stephen's Church (ruins; 14th century)
Church of St. Dmitry
These churches attract pilgrims from all over the world. In the fifteenth century, 70 thousand people lived in the Cafe, present-day Feodosia, three quarters of whom were Armenians.
Holy spring
Pilgrims also visit the ancient spring, consecrated in the 15th century.
Monument to Afanasy Nikitin
Here you will also find a monument, one of the three monuments to Afanasy Nikitin, a Russian merchant traveler and author of the once very popular book "Traveling across the 3 seas". Having lived in the Cafe for almost six months, he wrote most of this book.
The monument to Athanasius was erected near the church, which he attended, living nearby after his return from India.
How to get to the fortress
Note for tourists
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