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Urartu Kalesi

The construction date of this castle on the rocks is unknown. Most likely, the castle dates back to the Urartian period. Inside the castle, which has survived to the present day in a very ruined condition, there are Urartian tombs and architectural remains from Antiquity.

Urartu Kalesi and 6 places around it

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Urartu Kalesi

Highlights

  • History

Good for

  • Cultural routes

Suggested visit:30 minutes

Last updated: 21 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Urartu Kalesi sits within Doğubayazıt, Ağrı. The toroti catalogue holds 14 described stops across Ağrı, 9 of them in Doğubayazıt.

The nearest stop is Eski Bayazıt Camii, 60 m to the west. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

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Frequently asked

What is Urartu Kalesi?
The construction date of this castle on the rocks is unknown. Most likely, the castle dates back to the Urartian period. Inside the castle, which has survived to the present day in a very ruined condition, there are Urartian tombs and architectural remains from Antiquity.
Where is Urartu Kalesi?
Urartu Kalesi is in Doğubayazıt, Ağrı.
How long does it take to visit Urartu Kalesi?
The suggested visit time for Urartu Kalesi is about 30 minutes.
What else is there to see near Urartu Kalesi?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Urartu Kalesi; the closest are Eski Bayazıt Camii, Eski Bayezid Cami, İshak Paşa Sarayı.