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Kurtkale Castle

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It is a historical border castle located in the northeast of Çıldır district, close to the Georgian border. It reflects the military past of the Ardahan region.

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Built on a strategic hill, Kurtkale forms one of the historical defense lines of the Çıldır geography. Part of its ramparts have survived to the present day, making it an important cultural asset of Türkiye. The location can be accessed via the Harita section.

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