[1] The fortress or Fortica was built during the Croatian–Ottoman wars as a primary defence against the Ottoman Empire.

In the event of attack, its purpose was to provide refuge for local people and be a stronghold where they could retreat to and resist the Turks.

A two-storey square tower stands at its highest point, serving as both a lookout post and keep.

A simple bastion stands at the opposite end of the fort to cover the approach path and the ridge line.

They enclose an inner bailey that is separated into two distinct levels by the difference in the site's natural rock height.