History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Historical Genoa Castle and Coat of Arms is a monumental stone castle built in the inner castle section of Amasra Castle as the residence and administrative center of the Genoese governors who ruled the Black Sea trade colonies between the 13th and 15th centuries. On the monumental entrance gate of the castle, there are noble family coats of arms, cross motifs and Byzantine monograms representing the Genoese administration. These coats of arms are the title deeds engraved on stones of Amasra's strategic importance in medieval maritime trade. According to local narratives, it is rumored that Genoese lords used secret sea cisterns and escape corridors under this castle to protect themselves from pirate attacks in the Black Sea. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is built on cliffs rising steeply above sea level, at an altitude of approximately 45 meters, in the Zindan Castle location of the Amasra Peninsula. It is surrounded by laurel trees, vines and the rough blue waters of the Black Sea. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Visiting the castle ruins and the armorial gate is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days (Mandatory): It can be visited freely during daylight hours, 7 days a week.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: Historic stone walls and marble coats of arms should not be touched. The inner castle streets are not suitable for strollers and wheelchairs as they have stone steps and are uneven.•Facilities and Facilities:Historical ruins are located in the open-air corridor, and there are cafes, boutique hostels and souvenir shops in the immediate vicinity. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Kale İçi Mahallesi, Zindan Kalesi Street, Amasra / Bartın.•Road Conditions and Vehicle Availability: It can be reached in 5 minutes by walking from Amasra center and passing through the historical castle gate; Vehicles should not be allowed into the narrow castle streets.•Real Public Transportation Information (Mandatory): Amasra minibuses departing from Bartın center and drop off passengers in the district centre; You can walk to the castle from here.•Parking Availability:Municipal car parks in the town center should be used. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photography Spots and Frames:The marble Genoese coat of arms on the door arch and the historical frames overlooking the Small Port from the castle windows should be taken.•Light and Shooting Hours:When the morning sun hits the stone crests vertically, the details of the stone carving are photographed in their clearest form.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:After the castle tour, you should taste buffalo yoghurt with honey, halva with walnuts and fresh seafood in the Çekiciler Bazaar.