Kırkkaşık Bedesten, Tarsus

Name: Kırkkaşık Bedesten
Address: Tarsus, Turkey

#12 among attractions in Tarsus

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Kırkkaşık Bedesten is a bedesten in Tarsus, Turkey. There are figures of lotus carved on the pediment of the bedesten. In the Medieval Age, the people named the bedesten Kırkkaşık because they mistook the lotuses for spoons. ()

Coordinates: 36°55'0"N, 34°54'0"E

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Kırkkaşık Bedesten – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cilicia, Donuktaş, Saint Paul's Church, Bilal-i Habeşi Masjid.

0.4 miW
Archaeological site, Ancient Greek architecture
Cilicia, Tarsus
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tarsus, Turkey, lies the ancient region of Cilicia, a rich archaeological site that offers a window into the past. Once a bustling hub of commerce and culture, Cilicia is steeped in history, dating back to the late Bronze Age and extending...
~1060 ftE
Temple, Ancient Roman architecture
Donuktaş, Tarsus
6 min walk • Donuktaş, a lesser-known yet historically significant site nestled in the city of Tarsus, Turkey, is a testament to the region's rich past. This ancient monument, believed to have been constructed during the Roman period, is shrouded in mystery and has long intrigued...
~1150 ftSW
Specialty museum, Museum, Church
Saint Paul's Church, Tarsus
6 min walk • Saint Paul's Church, a historical edifice nestled in the heart of Tarsus, Turkey, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This ancient church is a point of pilgrimage and reverence, not only for its architectural beauty but also for its...
~1030 ftSW
Mosque
Bilal-i Habeşi Masjid, Tarsus
5 min walk • Nestled in the historical city of Tarsus, Turkey, the Bilal-i Habeşi Masjid stands as a testament to the rich Islamic heritage of the region. This modest but significant mosque is named after Bilal al-Habashi, one of the most revered companions of the Prophet Muhammad...
~760 ftNW
Bridge
Mausoleum of Danyal, Tarsus
4 min walk • The Mausoleum of Daniel in Tarsus is a place shrouded in mystery and deeply rooted in the history of this Turkish city. Although the site is not as well-known as other landmarks in Turkey, it is an important part of local tradition and culture.
~1960 ftSW
Archaeological site
Gözlükule, Tarsus
10 min walk • Gözlükule is a significant archaeological treasure located in the heart of the city of Tarsus, in southern Turkey. This site, bearing witness to the rich history of the region, is not only a key point for researchers of the past but also a tourist attraction that...
0.7 miW
Specialty museum, Museum, Archaeological museum
Tarsus Museum, Tarsus
17 min walk • The Tarsus Museum is a cultural beacon nestled in the ancient city of Tarsus, Turkey. This museum is a treasure trove of artifacts and exhibits that illuminate the rich history of the region, which has been a crossroads of civilizations for thousands of years.
~760 ftNW
Mosque
Tarsus Old Mosque, Tarsus
4 min walk • Tucked away in the historic city of Tarsus, Turkey, the Tarsus Old Mosque stands as a testament to the city's rich Islamic heritage. This mosque, also known as the Camii-i Kebir or the Grand Mosque of Tarsus, is a prominent religious site that has been a spiritual...
~830 ftSW
Mosque
Grand Mosque of Tarsus, Tarsus
5 min walk • Tarsus Grand Mosque is a mosque in Tarsus, Mersin Province, Turkey.
1.1 miE
Bridge
Baç Bridge, Tarsus
28 min walk • Baç Bridge is a bridge in Tarsus in Mersin Province...
~0 ftN
Archaeological site
Altından geçme, Tarsus
1 min walk • Altından geçme is a gate in the city wall of Tarsus, Mersin Province, Turkey, originally part of a Roman bath.

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Which popular attractions are close to Kırkkaşık Bedesten?

Nearby attractions include Altından geçme, Tarsus (1 min walk), Tarsus Old Mosque, Tarsus (4 min walk), Mausoleum of Danyal, Tarsus (4 min walk), Grand Mosque of Tarsus, Tarsus (5 min walk).

How to get to Kırkkaşık Bedesten by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kırkkaşık Bedesten:

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Tarsus (22 min walk)