Topana Fortress

Imotski, Croatia

The Topana fortress is located near to the mountain slopes of Modro jezero (Blue lake) and dominates over the town. The fortress was built in the 10th century and throughout history had a great strategic significance. The patron of the Imotski border- land is Our Lady of the Angels, and a small church of the same name is located in the fortress' surroundings. The fortress was under Ottoman rule for over 200 years. Today, this fortress is a favourite place thanks to the extraordinarypanoramic view, and many cultural events are held here during the summer.

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Founded: 10th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Croatia

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www.dalmatia.hr

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Aljosa Todorovic (2 years ago)
Imotski fortress Topana is a prominent building found between Blue lake and famous Imotski football stadium. It is first mentioned in the writings of Constantine Vll Porphyrogenitus in the mid-10th century and was later used as a defense outpost against the Ottoman. There are a few parking lots in the vicinity, one next to the football stadium and one lower down the street. You have a nice viewpoint at the top overlooking the valley and Biokovo mountain range in the distance. There is also a nice view of the Blue lake on the right side of the fortress. There was no entry fee at the time of our visit (friday 10:00 in the morning). There is a nice little 18th century church called The Church of our Lady of Angels at the entrance to the fortress and a few metres further you have a nice view of Gospin Dolac stadium. I highly recommend visiting this historical site.
Alectoris Croatia (4 years ago)
Nice old place
Jimmy Chan (5 years ago)
This is a review for the whole area (Blue lake, Topana and football stadium). The location o these 3 spots is just unbelievable. We did not know this place even exist (was told by our hosts in camp biokovo, imotski is a must visit and we are so happy we listened)
xsaranda (5 years ago)
Very nice place, also called Turska Kula. You have a wonderful view of the blue lake :)
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