Rumeli Fortress (Rumeli Hisarı)

Rumeli Fortress (Rumeli Hisarı), built in 1452 under Sultan Mehmed II, stands majestically on the European shores of the Bosphorus. Constructed in just four months to control naval passage before the conquest of Constantinople, it is a masterpiece of Ottoman military architecture. The fortress features massive towers, stone walls stretching along the hillside, and commanding views of the strait. Today, it serves as a cultural landmark, where visitors can explore its towers, pathways, and open-air theater. Rumeli Fortress not only embodies strategic brilliance but also offers a unique glimpse into the empire’s determination to shape history.