| Kladara | |
|---|---|
| Location | Southeast of Slivarovo Village, Bulgaria |
| Coordinates | 41°57′30″N 27°40′16″E / 41.95833°N 27.67111°E |
| Elevation | 233 m a.s.l. |
| Built | Thracian, Roman, Late Antiquity |
| Architectural style(s) | Thracian and Roman (outer wall), Late Antiquity (inner wall) |
The Kladara Fortress is a ruined and overgrown historical site located on the Kaleto Hill, formed by a meander of the Rezovska River about 1 km southeast of Slivarovo Village on Bulgaria's southern border with Turkey. The summit of the hill stands at 233 m above sea level.
History
The fortress exhibits a double fortified perimeter, with the outer wall constructed of quarried stones without mortar, a characteristic feature of Thracian fortifications. The inner wall, made of stone, brick, and mortar, was likely erected during Late Antiquity.
Location
The fortress is situated at coordinates 41°57′30″N 27°40′16″E / 41.95833°N 27.67111°E. Its strategic location on the Kaleto Hill provides a commanding view of the surrounding area.
References
- Chulpanov, Boris: Kamennite Shtitove 1989 Google Books
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