Ottoman watchtower, Belashtitsa
The Ottoman watchtower in the village of Belashstitsa, Plovdiv region, is a historical landmark that is proof of the importance of the region during the Ottoman era. The exact time of construction of the tower is unknown, but it is believed to date from the late 17th or early 18th century.
The tower was built on top of a hill, offering excellent views of the surrounding area, making it an ideal place for observation and protection. It is a square structure measuring approximately 8x8 metеrs and about 10 metеrs high. The walls of the tower are about a meter thick, made of stone with wooden belts for additional stability.
The conical shape of the roof is unique to this tower and contributes to its distinctive silhouette.
Although the exact function of the tower is unknown, it was probably used as a watchtower to monitor traffic on the road passing near the village. The tower continues to attract the attention of historians, archaeologists and history buffs.
The tower was built on top of a hill, offering excellent views of the surrounding area, making it an ideal place for observation and protection. It is a square structure measuring approximately 8x8 metеrs and about 10 metеrs high. The walls of the tower are about a meter thick, made of stone with wooden belts for additional stability.
The conical shape of the roof is unique to this tower and contributes to its distinctive silhouette.
Although the exact function of the tower is unknown, it was probably used as a watchtower to monitor traffic on the road passing near the village. The tower continues to attract the attention of historians, archaeologists and history buffs.
