The stone inscription called Hells Boat, located near the Church of St. Pierre, from the second century BC, it is an important rock bust, and because of the plague epidemic that occurred at that time, the bust that began to be built to eradicate the epidemic, was not finished after the epidemic stopped. The bust can be reached with a 10 minute climb, which i...
Lake Yenisehir, which serves as a summer resort in the area it is in, is a corner of paradise in the border region, which has been carrying simple architectural features for nearly 60 years and is determined to make you forget the scorching heat of Hatay, with its restaurants, tea gardens and the historic windmill on the edge The bottom of the lake and the s...
The Great Mosque, it is believed that it was built in 1271, the exact date of construction is unknown, the mosque is one of the oldest historical buildings in the city, the mosque that underwent various restoration works in 1986 and 2000, is among the structures that preserve its presence today and reflect the historical fabric of Antakya . The complex, whic...
Harbiye waterfall, which has become a symbol of the city of Hatay, haunts the dreams of those who have recently visited it, although the buildings built in the lap of nature overshadow its beauty, it is definitely worth visiting and seeing the rest.
Moses tree is the most visited place in Hatay region and has a long history. The tree, which is believed to be 3,000 years old, contributes significantly to the development of tourism. According to the legend it is said that Al-Khidr and Hertz were on their way to climb Mount Moses with Moses, they reached the point where the present tree is, Moses feels ver...
Iskenderun Maritime Museum, making the navy the great Turkish model, is the third maritime museum to be opened after Istanbul and Çanakkale. The building, which was built as a palace in 1930, was purchased by the Naval Forces Command in 1942 and used as the headquarters building and the Procurement and Inspection Committee, in 2008 it was decided to convert ...
Museum of the Antique Glass House, there is information that glass was first discovered in Antakya in the Mediterranean region and in the south of northern Syria, Beirut, on the shores of Sidon, the luminous substance was discovered about 5000 years ago, and it took many forms with human hands. Green Antakya glass specimens are displayed in the Antakya Glass...
Titus Aqueduct, the Titus Rock Tunnel is one of the must-see points for those going to the Becchicle Cave on the way, the tunnel is an engineering marvel that was built about 2,000 years ago, by Vespasian during the Roman period to protect it from flood waters, only completed during the reign of King Tituss son It was named after him. The total length of the...
Pierre Church, this place holds the title of the first catholic church in the world and thus is inundated with visitors from outside every year, this church is quite different in that it has a small pond where the water seeps from the rocks and some of it is carved into the rocks. The mosaic remains under the cave also make this church interesting, and as a ...
Saint Simeons Monastery, the monastery with very impressive stonework, is one of the historical places that does not get the attention and care it deserves today, its amazing how big stone blocks were brought there at that time. The monastery was built on a rectangular area of 132 x 160 meters. It is estimated that the monastery was built in the sixth cent...
Derb Sak Castle, means the gate, the road in Arabic. The fortress was used as an outpost against Seljuk attacks during the Crusaders and Ottomans. The castle was also known as the Highlands or the Shepherds Castle during the Byzantine period. It had a very important military position in the past.
Habib Al-Najjar Mosque, the first mosque built in Anatolia, and it is one of the important buildings in the city that fascinates those who see it with its historical richness and architectural structure. The mosque was built after the Arabs captured Antakya in 638. The mosque’s fountain was built in the nineteenth century. The mosque, which is visited by man...
Bakras Castle, one of the historical buildings whose value is not yet understood, when examining the architectural features of the castle, it is estimated that it is from the Middle Ages, it is located in a mountainous area, and you can see its surroundings from a panoramic angle. Although the castle remains somewhat uninteresting today, the parts that have ...
Selim Mosque, it was written in the mosque inscription that it was built in 1574, the inverted T plan was used in the construction of the mosque, the mosque was built by Mimar Sinan. ! The huge olive tree, believed to be 1,350 years old and located in the same location as the mosque, is one of the must-sees for visitors. The tree was registered as a giant tr...
St. Paul’s Church, its construction began in the 1860s, but the earthquake in 1872 caused serious damage to the church. The church could not be opened for worship until the early twentieth century. The church was built in a rectangular shape and a bell tower was added on its right side. The construction of the church was completed in 1931, but it was repaire...
The ancient city of Kermana, located on a steep hill with a slope around it, was founded by the people of Solimos and Psidia, according to historical sources. It is known that the Lydians took control of the city in the fourth century BC, and Alexander the Great in 330 BC. The city came under the rule of the Kingdom of Pergamon in 188 BC and was later captur...
Lake Yazir, a sweet little lake in the city, the locals use the area around the lake as a recreation area, it hosts very wonderful scenery with its lush green scenery in spring and summer, many plant and animal species live.
Burdur Clock Tower The historical clock tower, located opposite the Burdur Ulu Mosque in downtown Burdur, was built as an analog clock in 1830, and consists of 6 nodes. You can see the reconstructed tower in 1936, during a pleasant walk in the city center, as the 30-meter-high tower was badly damaged and collapsed due to an earthquake in the area in 1914.
Insuyu Cave, it is considered a very wonderful place, and one of the first tourist caves in Turkey since it opened for tourism in 1965. It can be considered very large, 597 meters long, it has a very mysterious atmosphere with stalactites and stalagmites, there is mineral water at the bottom of the cave, consisting of a karstic structure, you can enjoy Enjoy...
The ancient city of Sagalassos, one of the most visited historical places, is a very important historical heritage from the Roman era, entered the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2009, the charming city with its 5000 years history, draws attention with its carefully designed architectural structures and urban design. The earthquake that occurred in the area wh...
The ancient city of Milius, it is believed that it was used as a settlement area in the Roman and Hellenistic periods, it is estimated that the history of the city dates back to the fifth and fourth centuries BC, the area where the ancient city is located and which is located at a steep and dangerous point is not accessible by car. After walking on the aspha...
Natural history museums, one of the most beautiful formations where we can trace the historical traces of the existence of the earth, these museums are of high value especially in developed countries, are places where millions of years old fossils found in the city are displayed and different training courses are offered at the same time. The Museum of Natur...
Crown Gate, according to historical sources, the khans which are tourist places in Burdur, were built between 1339 and 1340 at the request of Jayas al-Din ibn Kikubad, Sultan of the Anatolian Seljuks, during the Anatolian Seljuk period, played an active role in keeping commercial activities alive and used The residence of the merchants. The barn part has sur...
Gol Hisar Lake, Fishing is developed in the lake that is famous for its catfish, it is a calm freshwater lake surrounded by reeds, recently started to dry up without losing this beauty, you can see it during your trip to Burdur.
