Vorotnaberd Fortress. Vorotnaberd, also known as David Bek’s Castle, is an important fortress on a ridge above the Vorotan Gorge between the villages of Vaghatin and Vorotan in Armenia’s Syunik Province. Standing at 1,365 metres above sea level, it has a long history as a defensive stronghold protecting the surrounding territory. The ruins attract visitors and researchers interested in Armenia’s medieval fortifications.

Vorotnaberd Fortress. Vorotnaberd, also known as David Bek’s Castle, is an important fortress on a ridge above the Vorotan Gorge between the villages of Vaghatin and Vorotan in Armenia’s Syunik Province. Standing at 1,365 metres above sea level, it has a long...

Vorotnaberd Fortress

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Vorotnaberd, also known as David Bek’s Castle, is an important fortress on a ridge above the Vorotan Gorge between the villages of Vaghatin and Vorotan in Armenia’s Syunik Province. Standing at 1,365 metres above sea level, it has a long history as a defensive stronghold protecting the surrounding territory. The ruins attract visitors and researchers interested in Armenia’s medieval fortifications.

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