Bosnian Castles

Cazin · Liskovac · Medieval · Defensive tower

Gračanica Tower · Cazin

Gračanica near Cazin is an isolated rectangular fortification, distinct from Soko near the town of Gračanica. The local culture and tourism centre describes uneven surviving masonry and a northwestern entrance. Its medieval date is inferred rather than established by a foundation document.

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Through the centuries

14th c. ?

Proposed date, inferred by comparison with nearby Pećigrad.

Surviving fabric

Parts of the roofless tower walls reach approximately 10m.

Architecture & evidence

Northwest entrance

The entrance faces northwest in the source description. Its arch profile is an interpretation.

Defensive openings

Square apertures remain on three sides; the southeastern side is described as unpierced. Positions are estimated.

Independent tower

The fortification has no surrounding obor. The hollow interior is left roofless and without conjectural furnishings.

Plan your visit

Unrestored remains. Ask locally about permitted access and the condition of approach paths. The directions destination is approximate.

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Historical sources