Khotyn stronghold

Just 20 kilometers from Kamyianets-Podilsky towards Romanian border lays Khotyn - now small village but 300 years ago insurmountable barrier on the way of Turkish expansion in the Europe. Khotyn fortress is situated on the tall bank of Dniester river and now serves as museum and movie  decoration. You can spend 3-4 hours exploring Khotyn castle.

entering museum

inside the fortress

Gate tower and walls

Walls outside  are covered by protective symbols