Historic Sites in Anamur

Historic Sites in Anamur, Karaman: 30 places with map, ratings and reviews from location-verified real visitors.

Mamure Kalesi

Mamure Castle is a medieval castle in the Bozdoğan village, Anamur ilçe of Mersin Province, Turkey.

Anemurium, also called Animurium, is an ancient city whose ruins, now called Eski Anamur or Anemuryum, are close to the modern Turkish city of Anamur. It was in the Roman province of Cilicia, later Isauria, and was situated near a high promontory that marks the southernmost point of Asia Minor, only 64 km from Cyprus. In the Middle Ages, it was called Stallimur.

Charadros

Charadrus or Charadros was a town on the coast of ancient Cilicia, between Platanus and Cragus, according to the Stadiasmus. Strabo, who writes it Χαραδροῦς, describes it as a fort with a port below it, and a mountain Andriclus above it. " The mountain is mentioned in the Stadiasmus under the name Androcus.

Titiopolis

Titiopolis or Titioupolis was a town of ancient Cilicia and later in the Roman province of Isauria.

Eski Hükümet Konağı, Anamur

The Old Government House (Eski Hükümet Konağı) in Anamur is a historic building constructed in 1930, replacing the Greek Orthodox Church. This structure, featuring characteristics of the First National Architectural Movement, served as the government house for many years. After 1991, it was also used as an Anatolian High School, a vocational school, and a health institution. The building is notable for its architectural details and its prominent front entrance facade.

Necropolis

The Necropolis in Anamur is an extensive historic site located on the western slopes of the ancient city of Anemurium. It is one of the largest necropolis areas in the region, featuring approximately 350 different types of tombs, many of which are well-preserved up to their roofs. Many tombs contain fresco remains, and some rooms have floor mosaics. The Necropolis is within walking distance of Anamurium (281 m).

Mamure Hamamı

Mamure Hamamı is a historic bathhouse located in the Anamur district of Mersin. It is believed to have been built by the Karamanid Principality after the conquest of Mamure Castle and dates back to the 14th century. An example of classical Turkish bath architecture, the structure consists of four sections: an entrance, a cold room, a warm room, and a hot room. Although the entrance section of the bath is ruined, the other parts have survived to the present day. It is within walking distance of Mamure Castle (87 m).

Hisar Asari

Anamur

Sultan Köskü

Anamur

Filir Kalesi

Anamur

Köristanlık

Anamur

Çoban Kalesi, Anamur

Anamur

Demiroluk

Anamur

Halkalı Ören Yeri

Anamur

Titiopolis Hamamı

Anamur

Karamanoğlu Konağı

Karamanoğlu Mansion, located in Anamur district of Karaman, is a historic building. The Karamanids were an important Turkish beylik that ruled in Anatolia from the mid-13th century to the late 15th century. The mansion is within walking distance (271 m) of the Old Government Mansion in Anamur.

Kısakahyaoğlu Konağı

Kısakahyaoğlu Konağı is a historic site located in Anamur, Karaman. Built in 1915 by timber merchant Mustafa Kısakahyaoğlu, the mansion showcases 19th-century architecture with its rubble stone and wooden beam construction. The construction was carried out by Greek foreman Kiryako, with materials transported by pack animals for two years. Today, it operates as a cafe and restaurant. Eski Hükümet Konağı, Anamur is within 665 meters walking distance.