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To travel back in time is quite real! Visit one of the oldest fortresses in the world to get into another era.

Aleppo, Syria





The trip to Syria can be considered interesting and informative, if You visit the ancient city of Aleppo and its eponymous castle. The city was founded in the year 944 ad. However, historians have found the first memories of settlement in the area of Aleppo, Dating back to III Millennium BC.

The castle itself was built over 13 years, then around it arose the town itself, to whom she gave the name. The Mongols repeatedly tried to conquer the city, but guarded by the impenetrable fortress he was captured. Even the great Tamerlane was not under force to destroy the walls of Aleppo. Unfortunately, the building partially collapsed and it happened in 1828, during a strong earthquake. To this day in Aleppo under reconstruction.

Hanoi Koloa



In the suburbs of Hanoi, Vietnam is home to the ancient co Loa citadel. It was built by order of the ruler of the ancient state of AU Lac existed in 200 BC. EO fortification was built in order for residents Grinevetsky tribes of Avilov and lacviet were able to defend themselves from the attacks of Chinese soldiers who repeatedly encroached on the land of ancient Vietnam. The preserved remains of the walls of the once majestic Koloa now reach 12 m in height.

Bolivian Incachaca



In the valley of the river Chunga Mayu relatively recently archaeologists discovered ruins of an ancient fortress. Make a trip to Bolivia, you must visit this picturesque place, especially because it is located near the mountains Illimani.

In April 2012, scientists made a discovery here: found the fortress built by representatives of one of the most ancient of earth's civilizations. Most likely it existed between the Tiwanaku and the Incas. In addition to the citadel You can see the temple in which the Indians prayed to their gods, as well as a few buildings, probably residential buildings.

 

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