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Gulebi fortress in Adjara, Georgia.

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Not far from the village of Gulebi, in picturesque Adjara, the Gulebi fortress rises, a silent witness of the 12th-13th centuries. Strategically placed on a hill, it reveals a majestic view of the expanse - from the cozy village of Dandalo to the majestic Shavsheti ridge and the towering Zendidi hill that lies on this side of Adzharistskali.

The Gulebi Fortress hides a rich history within its walls, including the period when atabagh Samtskhe Kvarkvare IV and his mother Dedisimedi found refuge in its secluded corners from 1575 to 1756.

The current appearance of the fortress is just a small part of what it was in its best times, occupying an area of 70-80 m2. Despite its age, the fortress remains mysterious and is protected only by a narrow and rocky approach from the west. The entrance to the interior, carved at a height of 1.05 meters on the south side, adds an element of mystery.

The western wall of the fortress deserves special attention, on which three loopholes are superbly carved. The tower was probably multi-story, although damage makes it difficult to accurately determine its original height. It is important to note that there are no traces of other buildings inside the walls, and the water sources probably served as a drinking source for the inhabitants of the fortress in ancient times.

Today, the Gulebi fortress personifies the ancient world, built from an uneven masonry of wild stones on lime mortar. For those who long to feel the grandeur of history, this location will be a fascinating guide to the past.

We invite you to plunge into the atmosphere of mystery and grandeur, enjoying the views of the historical Gulebi fortress. This place is a must-visit for those looking for a unique experience in the embrace of Georgian history and culture.

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Gulebi village, Keda municipality, Adjara, Georgia
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    The fortress offers a magnificent view of the vastness of the countryside

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    Magic place. It takes 3 and a half hours from Keda

  • natali mkrtchan
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    ეს გრძელი ასვლაა, მაგრამ ღირს. ძალიან ლამაზი ხედი მთის წვერიდან.

  • Елена Подлужная
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    Посещение крепости Гулеби оставило яркое впечатление! Особенно привлекла внимание западная стена с вырезанными бойницами - великолепное зрелище. Башня, хоть и повреждена, все равно внушает уважение. Интересно, почему внутри стен нет других сооружений, а источники воды сохраняются. Здесь на каждом камне чувствуется величие давних времен. Рекомендую всем, кто ценит историю и культуру Востока, посетить это уникальное место!

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    Вместо крепости теперь стоит небольшое прямоугольное строение, полуразрушенное, внутри есть маленькие иконы на стене. Со скалы на которой находятся руины открываются шикарные виды на горы и ближайшие сёла. Пешеходный маршрут к крепости начинается от Кеда, он простой и его можно пройти даже с детьми.