History and archaeology / Castle
Kız Kalesi (Maiden's Castle / Sea Castle)
Erdemli, Mersin
A medieval sea castle built on an islet about 200 meters offshore, the symbol of Mersin.
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Its story
The castle was built in the Byzantine period to protect the harbor of the city of Korykos and was later strengthened by the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia. The legend that a king shut his daughter on this island to protect her from a snake is the source of its name. It can be reached from the shore by boat or, in the summer months, by swimming. Together with the Korykos Land Castle on the opposite shore, it forms a defensive whole.
Key facts
- Admission
- Paid; access by boat
- Best period
- May–October
- Getting there
- By boat from Kızkalesi beach
- Visit duration
- 1–1.5 hours
Trip purpose
- Seasonal
- Photography
Location
36.45681, 34.14806
Where to eat nearby
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K%C4%B1zkalesi_(castle) | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1957163