The remains of a long-sought 18th century Ottoman fortress were discovered on the site of a 14th century Genoese fortress in Odessa, Ukraine. The fortress's location had been debated for 200 years, having disappeared after being destroyed by Russian troops in 1789. Archaeologists found the remnants of Khadzhibey Castle, including the front wall of an artillery coastal battery and traces of dismantling, along with ceramics and bronze artifacts of Ottoman origin, indicating its historical significance. The excavation revealed cultural layers from the ancient Greek settlement of Istrian Harbor.
The remains of an 18th century Ottoman fortress have been discovered atop artifacts from a 14th century Genoese fortress on Primorsky Boulevard in Odessa, Ukraine.
Archaeologists successfully located remnants of Khadzhibey Castle after 200 years of debate regarding its location, previously obscured by Imperial Russian troops in 1789.
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