Historic Gaziantep Castle collapses during Turkey earthquake, aftermath video goes viral. Tragic loss of cultural heritage amid widespread destruction.
In a heart-wrenching development, the Gaziantep Castle, a historic structure built over 2,200 years ago, crumbled to the ground during the powerful earthquake that hit southern Turkey earlier this week.
The event has been captured in a viral aftermath video, which has been widely shared on social media platforms.
The Gaziantep Castle was a popular tourist destination and was considered a symbol of the cityโs rich cultural heritage. The castle, which was made of stone and mortar, was considered a marvel of engineering for its time and had stood the test of time for over two millennia.
The video, which has been widely shared, shows the moment when the castleโs walls and towers suddenly gave way, collapsing into a pile of rubble. The video has drawn widespread attention to the extent of the damage caused by the earthquake and has heightened concerns about the future of Turkeyโs many other historic structures.
According to experts, the earthquake, which had a magnitude of 7.8, was particularly devastating due to its shallow depth and close proximity to populated areas.
The quake caused widespread destruction, resulting in the loss of hundreds of lives and injuring thousands of others. The Gaziantep Castle is just one of the many historic structures that have been destroyed by the quake.
In the aftermath of the disaster, rescue and relief efforts are underway, with teams from all over the world rushing to the affected areas to provide aid. The Turkish government has declared a state of emergency in the affected regions.
The collapse of the Gaziantep Castle serves as a painful reminder of the fragility of our cultural heritage and the importance of protecting it. The video of its aftermath has gone viral, raising awareness and reminding the world of the importance of preserving the past for future generations.