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Bay Castle

Merkez, Hakkari

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Castle remains on a steep rocky hill at about 2,025 meters south of Hakkari, used from the Iron Age to the end of the Middle Ages.

Safety warning

Before going, be sure to check the current security and road situation locally (Hakkari Governorship, gendarmerie, local people). It is a rocky, steep climb; do not go alone.

Its story

The castle, on a steep, rocky hill about 2,025 meters above sea level on the south side of the city, is mentioned in historical sources as one of the administrative centers of the beys of Hakkari. Pottery fragments scattered around show that the hill was inhabited from the Iron Age to the end of the Middle Ages. Today the structure, largely in ruins, can be climbed from its northern and southern slopes; from the summit a wide view opens over the Zap Valley and the city. As the climb is steep and rocky, sturdy shoes, enough water and good weather are needed.

Key facts

Period
Iron Age – end of the Middle Ages
Getting there
South of the city center; last section on foot/climb
Visit duration
2–3 hours (with the climb)

Trip purpose

  • Photography
  • Hiking

Location

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37.55523, 43.73267

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://hakkari.ktb.gov.tr/TR-353662/gor--hakkari.html | https://hakkari.ktb.gov.tr/TR-350023/camiler-kaleler-saraylar-ve-medreseler.html | https://www.openstreetmap.org/node/4657858842