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Silifke Castle, Silifke

#2 among attractions in Silifke

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Silifke Castle, Silifke

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Local name: Silifke Kalesi Architectural style: Byzantine architectureCoordinates: 36°22'36"N, 33°54'57"E
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Silifke Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Aya Tekla Church, Silifke Atatürk Museum, Temple of Jupiter, Tekfur ambarı.

  • aya tekla church silifke1.3 miSE
    Historical place, Church

    Aya Tekla Church, Silifke

    32 min walk • Aya Tekla Church, also known as Aya Thecla or Aya Thekla, is a ruined historic church of the Byzantine period. It was a popular pilgrimage site, and still attracts visitors today.

  • silifke ataturk museum0.7 miE
    Museum, History museum

    Silifke Atatürk Museum, Silifke

    18 min walk • Silifke Atatürk Museum is a two-storey house in Silifke which hosted the founder of modern Turkey, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and his wife in 1925.

  • temple of jupiter silifke0.8 miE
    Temple

    Temple of Jupiter, Silifke

    21 min walk • The Temple of Jupiter is a ruined Roman temple in Silifke, Turkey. It was built in the 2nd century, and presently one column still stands. Silifke is an ilçe in Mersin Province.

  • tekfur ambari silifke~1710 ftE
    Archaeological site

    Tekfur ambarı, Silifke

    9 min walk • Tekfur ambarı is a large cistern in Silifke ilçe district center of Mersin Province, Turkey. A part of the city of Silifke, it is situated to the west of city center and to the east of Silifke castle at 36°23′N 33°55′E. It was built during the early years of Byzantine Empire. The building material is face stone.

  • taskopru silifke1.1 miNE
    Bridge

    Taşköprü, Silifke

    28 min walk • Silifke Bridge is a historical bridge in Mersin Province, Turkey.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Silifke Castle?

Nearby attractions include Tekfur ambarı, Silifke (9 min walk), Silifke Atatürk Museum, Silifke (18 min walk), Temple of Jupiter, Silifke (21 min walk).

Where to next? Visit mersin Mersin region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Turkey.

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