History and archaeology / Castle
Hereke Castle
Körfez, Kocaeli
The remains of a small Byzantine-period castle and its walls on a hill in Hereke overlooking the gulf.
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Its story
Hereke Castle is a small castle built in the Byzantine period to protect the road on the northern shore of the Gulf of İzmit. A settlement called Charax is believed to have existed in this area in antiquity. Sections of the castle's walls and towers have been partly preserved through restoration work. From the hilltop there is a wide view of the gulf, Hereke bay and the opposite shore. Together with the historic carpet factory and pavilion below, it is part of a visit to Hereke.
Key facts
- Period
- Byzantine
- Admission
- Free
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
Location
40.78424, 29.61287
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hereke_Kalesi | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q106858944