The Egichozh complex is located in the Sernovodskoe district of the Chechen Republic, about 35 km from the district center of Sernovodskoe, in the village of Egi-chozh. It is situated in the foothills, on steep precipitous slopes on both sides of the Fortanga River.
Apparently built in the 10th-16th centuries, the complex blocked the gorge at its narrowest point, from ridge to ridge, to protect the population of “Little Chechnya” from steppe raids. The right-bank part of the Egi-Chozh site is represented by three tiered castle-type complexes (all with combat towers and barrier walls) and one guard complex. The left-bank part of the complex consists of one combat tower and many dwelling towers and outbuildings. The dwelling towers of the complex are large, two- to three-storied, up to 20 meters long. The combat towers (four of them have survived) reached a height of 20 meters. The towers are in a state of disrepair. The roofs and ceilings have collapsed. The preserved walls have cracks.
The Egichozh architectural complex represents types of Vainakh medieval fortification and residential architecture. The complex is of interest to researchers of architectural history.
The Egichozh Complex is a cultural heritage site and is located on the territory of the Argun Historical, Architectural and Natural Museum-Reserve. It is protected by the state.
