Safranda Castle, one of the oldest historical buildings in the city, contains walls and 12 fortifications towers 7-10 meters high, the perimeter of the castle is 800 meters. This historic castle, a historical building from the Roman era, appears as one of the frequently visited travel points for history lovers. The castle has been restored several times.
The waterfall of the mill is located on the slopes of the Amandos Mountains, it does not have much knowledge due to the harsh living conditions in the area in which it is located, studies have been conducted recently to bring it to tourism, it enchants you with its surrounding plants, flowing from a total of 15-20 meters.
Mount Doldol, is the highest peak in the Amanos Mountains. The mountain with a height of 2448 meters above sea level is located in Osmaniye in all its glory. You will have a wonderful experience with the cable car at the top of the mountain and see the wonderful view of Osmaniye.
Chivmazi Nature Park, located at an altitude of about 700 meters, is one of the rare places where you can mingle with nature. The nature park was first registered as a type C in 1987, and in 1997 it was registered as a type B forest resting place. A development plan was drawn up in 2006 and declared a nature park in 2011. You can camp or picnic in the park w...
Kaiachi Valley, in addition to its beauty with the 130-kilometer-long Limonlu stream that flows through the valley, this natural wonder fascinates thousands of tourists every year. The walking areas are mostly equipped for picnics. Wild tulips, completely formed with steep slopes 150-200 m high in the valley, create a very beautiful landscape. A variety of a...
Gulek Castle, which has a very strategic location in the region, was very important for monitoring the Bosphorus and it is estimated that it was built in the Middle Ages. When the workmanship in the castle is examined, it is found that the castle was renovated at different points in different periods. Today there are not many structures left of the castle. I...
Goksu River, one of the most visited places in Mersin for those who love to kayaking, glides through the mountains in a long valley. The height of the river, where the flow rate is high at some points, can reach 100 meters from time to time. We recommend not going back without seeing this valley coming from the Central Toros Mountains.
The 23 hectares recreation area provides an ideal setting for you to spend hot summer days in a cool environment created by red pines and eucalyptus trees. Caretta Caretta turtles lay their eggs in a part of the beach located in the recreation area with the Marine Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in Mersin.
The ancient city of Sebastia, is a Roman city dating back to the second century BC. The name of the city comes from Al-Zaytoun. As a result of these researches, many important monuments such as baths, theaters, and sarcophagi from the second century AD have been found. The theater has a capacity of 2,300 and consists of 23 steps. During the excavations, a 4....
Yabrakli Bay, perhaps one of the most beautiful bays of Silifke, is one of the most preferred bays for Mersin residents and tourists, and one of the cleanest beaches in Mersin region with its turquoise waters and pool view, is a blessing of nature and has water sources from five different points, it is a rare place where you can feel It has cold and hot wate...
Mersin Archeology Museum, the construction of the museum began in 2014 and opened to visitors on May 18, 2017. The history of the museum dates back to 1978, when it was opened as a small exhibition in the old community center building. 1,435 artifacts are displayed in total, there are also exhibition halls, a childrens park, a library, a souvenir shop and a ...
Belinkschlik Castle, it is believed that the castle was built in the Middle Ages, it was built in the form of a two-storey rectangle, located on a rocky base, cut-stone blocks were used on the outer walls of the castle, in the past it served as a stronghold of an outpost. The castle provides a very interesting experience for its visitors because it combines ...
Tarsus Zoo was opened in 2014. You can feed the animals yourself in specially built areas and have the opportunity to see them up close. These zoos are especially loved by children. An interesting point is that animals of different species persist without leaving their natural areas.
Narliquiu Mosaic Museum, created by taking floor mosaics, depicting the triple beauty of a Roman-era bath, in 1975-1976. It is estimated that the mosaics and the bathroom date back to the fourth century BC. The Three Graces Mosaic is one of the most famous and valuable historical mosaic works in the world.
The stone bridge, also called the Roman bridge because it was built by the Roman Emperor Vespasianus and his sons, the construction of the bridge dates back to 77-78 AD, the bridge is 120 meters long and 5.40 meters wide, the stone bridge on the Goksu River remained until the end of the nineteenth century without being repaired, it was expanded The bridge wa...
Jelincık Hill is located on the slopes of the Taurus Mountains, which is the most popular place for those who love paragliding. This place with a great view of the sea is one of the most beautiful viewing points in Mersin. Landing is very easy in terms of suitability of the terrain structure. Due to the favorable climatic conditions, flights are possible dur...
Devan bloody ruins, one of the important religious points of the Olba kingdom founded in the 2nd or 3rd century BC. The huge crater is the most interesting point in the area, the crater is up to 30 meters deep. The ancient city of Canellivan, in the 19th century, was accidentally discovered by a French explorer browsing the area. In the 1970s studies in the ...
Asthma Cave, also known as Cospoco Cave. A place that reflects the geographical features of the region well, but stands out among the wonderful places created by nature, 15 meters deep, dating back to the third geological age. As the name suggests, it is known to be beneficial for asthmatics. There are 200m galleries connected together in the cave; It is hom...
Yumuktepe Hill is one of the most important archaeological sites in the city center of Mersin. The area has been consistently valued as a settlement by people from the Neolithic period to the present day. The first research in the area began in 1937, after which investigations continued at certain intervals. It turned out to be one of the first places in the...
Lake Cinelli, great camping place at 2,700m altitude! It is located between the Polkar Mountains. You can reach the lake on foot. The Lake District, which receives a lot of snow in the winter but flowers appear when the snow melts in the spring, offers you a deserted camping opportunity. You can camp anywhere you like and sleep under the stars with a view of...
Cleopatras Gate, In the Byzantine era, the city walls had three gates: the mountain, Adana and the sea. While Evliya Celebi was talking about Tarsus in his book of travel, he called the gate here the sidewalk gate. All three gates were intact until the end of the eighteenth century, and Ibrahim Pasha al-Masry destroyed them in 1835, leaving only the one-arch...
Pashtep (Fire Watchtower), was founded on the slopes of Mount Koltepe. The year of settlement is not known exactly, but the Nimron fortress, from which the region took its name, was under the rule of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia for a long time since the Seljuk era with the arrival of the Crusaders. This area was transferred to the Seljuk State, and it is...
Mezquit Castle, estimated to be known in the region as the Tomb of the Courageous King, was built in the second or third century AD. This huge tomb, built of cut stones, is located at the height of a 6-storey apartment building. It still retains its splendor, and is among the important historical monuments.
