Eastern Southern region has also a great historical background due to the closeness to Silk Road. This connection to Silk Road makes Southern Eastern peninsula a great region. Sauras Castle was one of the important castles of Silk Road. Romans built it […]
Eastern Southern region has also a great historical background due to the closeness to Silk Road. This connection to Silk Road makes Southern Eastern peninsula a great region.
Sauras Castle was one of the important castles of Silk Road. Romans built it in 2nd century BC. It was built on the hill in order to keep the region safety and to control the Silk Road.
Mardin province and this part of the peninsula offer us many valuable connection to Mesopotamia and Silk Road.
Eastern Anatolia has a lot of hidden historical treasures. Due to its location, the civilizations left a great heritage. Due to the careless, they are about to destroy. The ruins of Zirvanak region (Erzurum province) are very important for the historical background. […]
Eastern Anatolia has a lot of hidden historical treasures. Due to its location, the civilizations left a great heritage. Due to the careless, they are about to destroy. The ruins of Zirvanak region (Erzurum province) are very important for the historical background.
Although this site has an importance, there is a lack of archeological works. It is obvious that those ruins have more to say. They are just waiting for care to light up the past.
Beside the known ancient sites, there are also many unknown ancient sites. Some of them are lost or they couldn’t be discovered although we can come across them in historical sources. Tymandos ancient site is one of the less known ancient sites; […]
Beside the known ancient sites, there are also many unknown ancient sites. Some of them are lost or they couldn’t be discovered although we can come across them in historical sources. Tymandos ancient site is one of the less known ancient sites;
Tymandos site was located between south and central regions. It could be one of the important passage sites. It used to be a small resident but it was upgraded as a site in Diocletianus sovereign. It was decorated with glorious buildings such as imperial gate (You see it above). Then Persian Empire invaded the region, they added some components to the site such as tumulus’ (probably from 6th century BC). By the time, it lost its importance and the stones of the site were used in the region.
It is in Isparta province of Turkey. Due to the limited archeology works, we don’t have sufficient information on the site.
This is the most famous or well-known castle of Mersin. Its outstanding feature is to be built on an island of Mediterranean. It is 600 mt. far away from the coast. It was built in 1199 by Leon I. It had a […]
This is the most famous or well-known castle of Mersin. Its outstanding feature is to be built on an island of Mediterranean. It is 600 mt. far away from the coast.
It was built in 1199 by Leon I. It had a very important location, even pirates used this castle as a headquarter. This castle was also built as a settlement area. So various facilities such as chapels were constructed in the inner castle. This castle had an interesting story ( It is like the story of Maiden Tower of Istanbul). An oracle told the king that his daughter would die as a result of a snake bite. So he decided to be constructed this castle in order to protect her. But a snake that hid into the fruit basket reached the castle and she was bitten by this snake. So the omen became true.
It is like a monument in front of the coast. This time period is like the retirement of this castle.
As I stated in the article of Namrun Castle, it seems that there used to be a defensive line. Sinap Castle is on the defensive line it seems. It is the second biggest castle of the region but due to careless, it […]
As I stated in the article of Namrun Castle, it seems that there used to be a defensive line. Sinap Castle is on the defensive line it seems. It is the second biggest castle of the region but due to careless, it became a ruin today;
This region was a strategically important in middle age. So it is thought that it was built in 10th or 11th century AD. It has an eye contact with Namrun(İllibru) Castle. Its task was to control and to dominate the region.
Mersin is an important region for history. It is certain that most of the historical monuments expect care from us and authorities. When we protect them, we can make them great again.
This castle is very important for the region. Its task was to protect the region in the past. It is a typical middle age castle and it was built on a rocky territory; This castle was built in middle age and it […]
This castle is very important for the region. Its task was to protect the region in the past. It is a typical middle age castle and it was built on a rocky territory;
This castle was built in middle age and it was named as İllibru in Hittites and Assyrian periods. It was built on the peak of the rock so it can even see Sinap Castle. It could be a type of defensive line castles. Then it lost its importance in time. There are stairs that climb up through the castle.
Namrun Castle
This castle is located in Mersin province of Turkey. Thanks to its size, it is impressive as you see above. History is here.
Turkish Riviera is the region where you can come across history and nature together. Thanks to its natural structure, a visitor can find everything. Düden Waterfall which is located at Kepez county of Antalya is one of the real natural paradise. The […]
Turkish Riviera is the region where you can come across history and nature together. Thanks to its natural structure, a visitor can find everything.
Düden Waterfall which is located at Kepez county of Antalya is one of the real natural paradise. The spring that is broken from the mountain creates this scenery. It is one of the numerous paradises of the world. Also it is known as Upper Düden or Alexandria Waterfall on various sources.
If you have a visit to Antalya, I recommend you to add this waterfall to the list.
When we think of vacation in Aegean region, Fethiye is always on the top. Aegean coasts hide many natural treasures such as Dead Sea Bay. With the golden beaches, it is really a treasure. The natural structure is so impressive that a […]
When we think of vacation in Aegean region, Fethiye is always on the top. Aegean coasts hide many natural treasures such as Dead Sea Bay. With the golden beaches, it is really a treasure. The natural structure is so impressive that a visitor falls in love when he/she visits. So this visitor becomes inhabitant of Dead Sea.
This bay offers us many opportunities to enjoy. Outdoor activities are common here. A visitor may come across everything whatever they want. For example, you can swim or have sunbath. If you love adrenaline, you can make sky surfing. If you would like, you can have a boat tour around the bay.
According to the legend, the name of the bay came from a love story which ended very sad. The vessels approached the coast to supply water from land. A captain of a vessel had a handsome son. Captain was sending him to supply water from the coast. A beautiful girl was also living on the land. Both of them fell in love and they tried to spend more time to see each other by making excuses. A storm was broken on the sea, this captain was trying to find solution to hide, his son told his father to approach the bay. But the captain thought that he was telling this to see the girl. He rejected, they argued. So captain hit his son and he fell to the sea. He passed away. The girl saw this scenery and she also committed suicide. Dead Sea is the name of the place where he passed. Belcekız is the name of the place where she committed suicide.
Long beach of Fethiye Dead sea
It is located in Muğla province of Turkey. It is also one of the best beaches of the world.
Antalya (Turkish Riviera) is the famous holiday resort of Turkey. Nature has many gifts to the region such as Kurşunlu National Park or Water Park. As you see above, it has an unique panorama. You can be sure that nature lovers will […]
Antalya (Turkish Riviera) is the famous holiday resort of Turkey. Nature has many gifts to the region such as Kurşunlu National Park or Water Park. As you see above, it has an unique panorama. You can be sure that nature lovers will fall in love with this great treasure. With variety of animal species, this natural park becomes a marvelous place to discover.
Water has an important role on life. It has also a deep impact on the spirit of human being. Green and blue create a magical mixture to heal the human spirit.
This natural park offers many opportunities to have fun and feel great at any age of its visitors. I recommend you to visit here if you have a chance.
Turkish landscape has many opportunities to visit. Natural beauties provide us great chances to have a break in the life. Adventurers and travelers can find many places to discover the natural treasures. That’s why this landscape has become popular places. Manavgat Waterfall […]
Turkish landscape has many opportunities to visit. Natural beauties provide us great chances to have a break in the life. Adventurers and travelers can find many places to discover the natural treasures. That’s why this landscape has become popular places.
Manavgat Waterfall is one of the greatest natural treasures of Antalya. It provides a great chance to feel the nature. Even tough it is a small waterfall, it is very impressive. The facilities (restaurants) around the waterfall make you relax your spirit. It is a pleasure to drink a bottle of tea on the edge of Manavgat River and waterfall.
If you have chance to visit Antalya, don’t forget to schedule visiting this waterfall.
