History and archaeology / Archaeological site
Tarsus Ancient Roman Road
Tarsus, Mersin
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A Roman-period street paved with basalt blocks, uncovered by excavations in the town center.
Its story
The road, found during construction work in the 1990s, is part of one of Tarsus's main streets in antiquity. On the surface paved with black basalt stones are wheel ruts left by carts, and beneath it a sewer channel. Column bases and shop remains can also be seen beside the road.
Key facts
- Admission
- Free, open area
- Getting there
- Central Tarsus, near Cumhuriyet Alanı
- Visit duration
- 15–20 min
Trip purpose
- Free
- Traveling with kids
Location
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36.91751, 34.89280
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/216809844 | https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_road_in_Tarsus,_Mersin_Province.jpg