Kalnik Fortress
Kalnik Fortress is a 13th-century fortress located in Kalnik within Koprivnica-Križevci County, Croatia. This historical site serves as a notable example of medieval fortification in the region.
Details
- Notes
- The fortress was first mentioned in 1243, when King Bela IV emphasized its importance in the fight against the Mongols (Tatars). According to legend, the king took refuge on Kalnik with his entourage while fleeing from the Tatars. The local population fed them plums, so they were called plum pickers; the Tatars gave up, and the king granted them noble titles. Under Kalnik, the Tatars suffered their first defeat. Today, the fortress is in ruins.
- Year Built
- 13th century
- Castle Type
- Fortress
- Location Text
- Kalnik, Koprivnica-Križevci County