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Antakya Castle and Walls (Silpius)

Antakya, Hatay

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Ancient and medieval castle remains on top of Mount Habib-i Neccar (Silpius); a viewpoint looking down over the city.

Safety warning

The terrain is rough and unprotected; do not climb the wall remains, and come down before sunset.

Its story

The walls of Antakya, founded in the Seleucid period, climbed up to the ridges of Mount Silpius. Repaired in the Byzantine, Arab and Crusader periods, the castle played a decisive role in the famous Siege of Antioch in 1098. Today scattered remains of walls and bastions can be seen on the hill. From the slope a wide view opens over the Asi River valley and the city's center, which is being rebuilt.

Key facts

Period
Hellenistic, Byzantine, Middle Ages
Status
Archaeological site; limited developed visitor infrastructure

Trip purpose

  • Free
  • Photography
  • Hiking

Location

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36.20433, 36.18178

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silpium | https://kulturenvanteri.com/yer/antakya-hisari/