Obrovac Castle('Gradina Obrovac')
Obrovac Castle, also known as Gradina Obrovac, is a 14th-century fortress located in Obrovac within Zadar County, Croatia. This historical site stands as a defensive structure built during the medieval period in the region.
Details
- Notes
- Obrovac Castle was first mentioned in 1337. It is situated around a hill in a bend of the Zrmanja River. The town and castle were taken by the Ottoman Empire in 1527. At that time, the castle probably had a square shape with 4 corner towers. In 1687 the Ottomans were driven out by the Venetians. They then rebuilt the castle.
- Year Built
- 14th century
- Castle Type
- Fortress
- Location Text
- Obrovac, Zadar County