Starigrad Fortress (Fortica)
| Starigrad Fortress (Fortica) | |
|---|---|
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Omiš Croatia | |
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Starigrad Fortress (Fortica) in Omiš | |
| Coordinates | 43°26′41″N 16°42′0″E / 43.44472°N 16.70000°ECoordinates: 43°26′41″N 16°42′0″E / 43.44472°N 16.70000°E |
| Height | approx. 860 m |
| Site history | |
| Built | 15th century |
| Materials | stone |
Starigrad Fortress (Fortica) is a fortress located above town of Omiš in Split-Dalmatia county, in Dalmatia, Croatia.
The fortress was built in the 15th century,[1] primarily for defense against Turks. Its walls follow the line of the mountain.
Had the city been taken, all of the people were to retreat to the safety of Fortica; from there they would throw down rocks, destroying the enemy forces below and the city as well. This plan never had to be implemented.
See also
References
- ↑ Dalmatia and Montenegro: With a journey to Mostar in Herzegovia. Volume 2 by Sir John Gardner Wilkinson
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