History and archaeology / Archaeological site
Demirköy Foundry (Samakocuk)
Demirköy, Kırklareli
The excavated remains of a 15th-century foundry in the Istranca forests where the Ottomans produced cannonballs and iron.
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Its story
The site, also known as the Samakocuk Foundry, is in the forest about 4 kilometers southeast of Demirköy. Because of the rich iron deposits in the area, an iron-working and casting center was established here in the 15th century. Locally called the Fatih Foundry, the facility is regarded as one of the first Ottoman defense industry facilities. Excavations have uncovered the remains of furnaces and workshops; the site is being laid out as an open-air archaeological site.
Key facts
- Period
- Ottoman, 15th century
- Location
- Southeast of Demirköy
Trip purpose
- Photography
- Quiet
Location
41.81750, 27.81417
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demirk%C3%B6y_D%C3%B6k%C3%BCmhanesi | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demirk%C3%B6y_Foundry | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q20717664