Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes.

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Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea is part of the Tentative list of Türkiye in order to qualify for inclusion in the World Heritage List.

The Genoese Trading Posts comprise nine towers and fortresses along the Mediterranean and Black Sea coasts. The Genoese played an important role in the medieval trade in the Black Sea region. The buildings reflect the architectural styles of Genoa.

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Kyle Magnuson

California - United States of America - 20-Apr-13 -

Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea (T) by Kyle Magnuson

I was surprised to find I had actually visited a site included in this nomination. During the Fall of 2007 I had the great pleasure of spending 5 days in Istanbul. Galata Tower, of Genoese design, made it on my itinerary primarily for its fantastic view. Galata district is worth a stroll, the buildings do have a distinctly European feel. The men selling bread on large saucer pans atop their head make a unique detour if you have an empty stomach.

While I can barely say I visited this nomination, I fondly remember my time in Istanbul, and Galata District and Tower were enjoyable and interesting. Perhaps for a true experience of the Genoese historical presence in Turkey, I will have to visit 1-2 fortifications upon my next visit. The picture above is the stunning view of Istanbul from Galata Tower.

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Site Info

Full Name
Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea
Country
Türkiye
Added
2020
Type
Cultural
Categories
Structure - Military and Fortifications
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Site History

2020 Revision

Successor to former TWHS (2013) of the same name, that had 7 locations (excluding Çeşme Fortress and Güvercinada Fortress)

2020 Added to Tentative List

Site Links

Unesco Website: Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea

Locations

The site has 9 locations

Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea: Yoros Fortress (T)
Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea: Galata Tower (T)
Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea: Foça Fortress (T)
Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea: Çandarlı Fortress (T)
Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea: Çeşme Fortress (T)
Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea: Amasra Fortress (T)
Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea: Akçakoca Fortress (T)
Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea: Sinop Fortress (T)
Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea: Güvercinada Fortress and the City Walls in Kuşadası (T)

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