History and archaeology / Castle
Silifke Castle
Silifke, Mersin
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A large medieval castle on the hill overlooking Silifke and the Göksu valley.
Safety warning
There is no protection at the wall edges; keep a close eye on children.
Its story
The castle was founded in the Byzantine period, enlarged in the time of the Crusaders and the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia, and then used by the Karamanids and Ottomans. With about 23 bastions and its moats, it is one of the largest castles in the region. At the foot of the hill is a giant Byzantine cistern (Tekir Ambarı).
Key facts
- Admission
- Free/open area (restricted during restoration periods)
- Getting there
- Central Silifke, the hill to the west
- Visit duration
- 1 hour
Trip purpose
- Photography
- Hiking
Location
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36.37667, 33.91556
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silifke_Castle | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q206262