Meghri Fortress Մեղրու բերդ | |
Location: | Meghri, Syunik Province, Armenia |
Map Type: | Armenia#Syunik |
Coordinates: | 38.9022°N 46.2483°W |
Map Size: | 275 |
Type: | Fortress |
Built: | 1083 rebuilt: 18th century |
Materials: | Stone |
Demolished: | Partially |
Open To Public: | Yes |
Meghri Fortress (Armenian: Մեղրու բերդ) is an 11th-century Armenian fortress located in the town of Meghri. It is located on a hill overlooking the old section of the town from the north. Built in 1083, the fortress was founded during the 11th century and entirely rebuilt during the 18th century.[1]