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Belogradchik Fortress

Belogradchik Fortress, known as Kaleto, is integrated into the reddish rock formations around the town. Its three courtyards reveal the development of a defence system begun in Roman times and expanded in later periods.

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Kaleto fortress built into the reddish rocks.
Three courtyards and defensive phases from Roman times.
Later adaptation for the use of firearms.

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