Faith / Church
Ayatekla Archaeological Site
Silifke, Mersin
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An underground church and basilica remains dedicated to St. Thecla, considered one of the first female martyrs of early Christianity.
Its story
Thecla is accepted as a disciple of Paul and is believed to have spent the last period of her life here in a cave. In the 5th century a large basilica was built over this cave, and the site became an important pilgrimage center. Today the apse wall of the basilica is standing; the underground church beneath it can be visited.
Key facts
- Admission
- Paid (Müzekart valid)
- Getting there
- ~1.5 km south of Silifke
- Visit duration
- 30–45 min
Trip purpose
- Photography
Location
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36.36333, 33.93111
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aya_Tekla_Church | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q792822 | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q139436602