Castle· Gürpınar, Van
Hoşap Castle
Hoşap Kalesi
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1643 Kurdish bey's fortress dramatically perched above the Hoşap River — its arched gate still bears two stone lions.
Editor's Note
Hoşap Castle is a large 17th-century castle in the village of Güzelsu (Hoşab) on the Van-Başkale road, about 50-60 km from the city of Van.
Read more on Wikipedia →Highlights
- Towers and ramparts offering panoramic views
- Architectural layers left by successive civilizations
Practical info
- Location
- 38.3172°N · 43.8018°E
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