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Lefke Castle

Osmaneli, Bilecik

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The remains of a Byzantine castle on a hill north of Osmaneli, overlooking the Sakarya valley.

Safety warning

The remains are unprotected; be careful on the steep slopes.

Its story

In the Byzantine period Lefke Castle was a defensive point controlling the Sakarya River valley and the road passing through it. Ottoman sources relate that the castle was added to the beylik's lands in the time of Osman Gazi. Today the remains of walls and traces of foundations can be seen on the hill. From the castle there is a wide view of the Sakarya valley and the town of Osmaneli. Together with the historic houses in town, it makes a half-day outing.

Key facts

Period
Byzantine
Admission
Free

Trip purpose

  • Free
  • Photography
  • Quiet
  • Hiking

Location

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40.37505, 30.02683

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q133236618