Meghri Fortress Explained

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]

Notes and References

  1. https://ok.ru/group/50812006236345/topic/63903200081337 ՄԵՂՐԻԻ ԲԵՐԴ