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Brun066
Firenze, Italia13.327 contributi
mag 2024 • Amici
Erk Kala, the first of the "cities of Merv", manifests itself today in the astonishing guise of a sort of volcanic "caldera", of imposing proportions (approximately 400 x 500 m), of polygonal / oval shape, whose walls reach here and there 30 mts. of height on the ground. Eccentrically inside the "caldera" a squat and broad protuberance rises up, which also reaches more or less the same height.
But nothing in these forms is due to nature, and everything is due to human construction. It's necessary to imagine the caldera and the protuberance as the result of centuries-old erosion on ancient walls and other mud brick buildings. Erosion that was able to operate freely around the last millennium, when both Erk Kala and the powerful "new city" of Hellenistic origin of which Erk Kala had become the fortress, i.e. Gyaur Kala, were abandoned.
The observation point par excellence of this complex is - at the southern end, therefore inside the space of Gyaur Kala - a further elevated hill, which however can be easily accessed, and which is the remnant of a high tower also flattened by the erosion, and set on the polygonal circle. Scholars hypothesize that the only access to Erk Kala was once at this tower, via a drawbridge thrown over a moat.
Although finds from much older ages have been excavated within the oval circle, the walled complex as it has come down to us is dated to around the end of the 6th century BC, therefore at the time of the Achaemenid Persians.
In what today seems to us to be a shapeless - albeit grandiose - mass of earth, archaeologists have found relics revealing the daily life of the ancient city. But even without being aware of these findings and what they reveal, the view from above of Erk Kala and - hopefully - a stroll in at least part of its internal surface, create in my opinion the most lasting feeling of a visit to Merv .
But nothing in these forms is due to nature, and everything is due to human construction. It's necessary to imagine the caldera and the protuberance as the result of centuries-old erosion on ancient walls and other mud brick buildings. Erosion that was able to operate freely around the last millennium, when both Erk Kala and the powerful "new city" of Hellenistic origin of which Erk Kala had become the fortress, i.e. Gyaur Kala, were abandoned.
The observation point par excellence of this complex is - at the southern end, therefore inside the space of Gyaur Kala - a further elevated hill, which however can be easily accessed, and which is the remnant of a high tower also flattened by the erosion, and set on the polygonal circle. Scholars hypothesize that the only access to Erk Kala was once at this tower, via a drawbridge thrown over a moat.
Although finds from much older ages have been excavated within the oval circle, the walled complex as it has come down to us is dated to around the end of the 6th century BC, therefore at the time of the Achaemenid Persians.
In what today seems to us to be a shapeless - albeit grandiose - mass of earth, archaeologists have found relics revealing the daily life of the ancient city. But even without being aware of these findings and what they reveal, the view from above of Erk Kala and - hopefully - a stroll in at least part of its internal surface, create in my opinion the most lasting feeling of a visit to Merv .
Scritta in data 28 maggio 2024
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Reslysten54
Vienna, VA2.704 contributi
apr 2024 • Amici
Erk Kala dates back to the 6th century BC. What remains after all this time is not that visually attractive, although you get a good view from the top. Still, it's a testimony to the tremendous work put in to create a safe haven for its inhabitants and glory for its elite. The main value of my visit was the history lesson delivered by our guide. Go with one if you can.
Bring good shoes!
Bring good shoes!
Scritta in data 17 maggio 2024
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Andrew M
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lug 2019
The Erk Kala is the smallest of the four historical sites at Merv. It is at the northern section of the Gyaur Kala site. The paved road that leads through the ancient cities passes just north of this site. A brick path leads from the small asphalted parking lot to the base of the ruins. The collapsed fortress walls are over 20 meters high and quite steep in sections. Care is required as the earth is loose and it is easy to lose your footing. After climbing for a few minutes you will be rewarded by a magnificent view of the ancient site of Gyaur Kala and the surrounding sites. The walls of Gyaur kala are still easily recognisable, and if you look in a south and south easterly direction, the ruins of the Friday Mosque and the mound of earth that covers the Buddhist Stupa will be seen.
If you are daring, you can climb further to the viewpoint, from which a clearer view of the site is possible, but it is very slippery and steep. The area around the site is surprisingly green with a river flowing through it, which allows you to imagine the oasis city thriving city on the banks of the Murgab River River, 2,500 years ago. The fortress walls are still in fair condition, so it is easy to image how impregnable it seemed in ancient times. The fortress was first constructed by the Persian Empire (Achaemids) in the 6th Century BC. It was captured by Alexanders forces in 330 BC. After Alexander's Empire collapsed, the fort was taken by the Seleucids and the fortress walls were improved. The fortress and surrounding city was renamed Margiana Antiochia.
The Seleucid Empire expanded the city and made the fortress it's northern point of defence. New walls were built to connect the city to the fortress. If you are interested in the history of the Persian, Macedonian and Seleucid Empires this site is a must see. Be careful walking back down as the clay based soil is very slippery.
If you are daring, you can climb further to the viewpoint, from which a clearer view of the site is possible, but it is very slippery and steep. The area around the site is surprisingly green with a river flowing through it, which allows you to imagine the oasis city thriving city on the banks of the Murgab River River, 2,500 years ago. The fortress walls are still in fair condition, so it is easy to image how impregnable it seemed in ancient times. The fortress was first constructed by the Persian Empire (Achaemids) in the 6th Century BC. It was captured by Alexanders forces in 330 BC. After Alexander's Empire collapsed, the fort was taken by the Seleucids and the fortress walls were improved. The fortress and surrounding city was renamed Margiana Antiochia.
The Seleucid Empire expanded the city and made the fortress it's northern point of defence. New walls were built to connect the city to the fortress. If you are interested in the history of the Persian, Macedonian and Seleucid Empires this site is a must see. Be careful walking back down as the clay based soil is very slippery.
Scritta in data 17 settembre 2019
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