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Genoese Castle

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A historic castle located on the Black Sea coast in the Akcakoca district of Düzce. It is inscribed on the UNESCO Tentative World Heritage List in Türkiye.

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The castle was built by the Genoese to defend the coastline of Düzce. Today, it is a frequent destination for visitors with both its historical ruins and picnic areas. You can view the exact location of this unique example of coastal defense architecture in Türkiye on the Map.

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