published on 27.05.2009, 16:19 Author: Vanina Paskaleva Article rating:
Baba Vida fortress is situated in the outskirts of the town of Vidin, in the northwestern part of Bulgaria. Its long history started nearly 2000 years ago, when the fortress was built on the spot previously hosting a Roman fortress used as an observation post.
Throughout centuries the stronghold was used as a fortress and castle of local rulers. During the reign of King Ivan Sratzimir, ruler during the Second Bulgarian Kingdom period, Baba Vida was expanded and improved and became the primary residence of the king. Baba Vida was the most important fortification in this part of Bulgaria during the period.
During the Ottoman reign over Bulgarian lands, the fortress was used as a defense facility, which changed its architecture plans and internal arrangement. Many barracks were also built. Now Baba Vida is fully restored in its medieval appearance.
The fortress has square shape and its walls surround an area of 9.5 decares. The fortification is surrounded by a moat that is12 meters wide and 6 meters deep.
Throughout centuries the stronghold was used as a fortress and castle of local rulers. During the reign of King Ivan Sratzimir, ruler during the Second Bulgarian Kingdom period, Baba Vida was expanded and improved and became the primary residence of the king. Baba Vida was the most important fortification in this part of Bulgaria during the period.
During the Ottoman reign over Bulgarian lands, the fortress was used as a defense facility, which changed its architecture plans and internal arrangement. Many barracks were also built. Now Baba Vida is fully restored in its medieval appearance.
The fortress has square shape and its walls surround an area of 9.5 decares. The fortification is surrounded by a moat that is12 meters wide and 6 meters deep.
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