Pinaka, Corduene

Pinaka, or Pinaca (modern: Finik) was name of a city in Corduene on the northern shores of Tigris fortified by three citadels on three surrounding hills. It is mentioned by Classic authors such as Strabo and Ammianus Marcellinus.


Coordinates: 37°24′28″N 42°04′30″E / 37.40778°N 42.07500°E / 37.40778; 42.07500

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