THE 10 BEST Tarsus Sights & Historical Landmarks
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- Bülent KTarsus, Türkiye144 contributionsThat cage is from the holy or heavenly book. You can see marbles and interesting secretly cages inside. Don't miss make a pray forselfWritten January 10, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Alexey KMoscow, Russia32 contributionsUSE GOOGLE MAPS! - Wrong location in TripAdvisor.
There are not so many places that show recent periods, different epocs. And few of them are treated respectfully (despite of possible cultural, religious and social differences).
Here you can find tomb (most probably), Roman bridge, buildings, the mosque, description of Islamic, Byzantine and Ottoman relics (originals are shown in Tarsus museum).Written November 4, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Yucef-G-BadrBeirut, Lebanon308 contributionsAn old mosque with a modest and nice architecture and a beautiful gate, it's also have a nice interior, worth a visit while in Tarsus.Written September 15, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Yucef-G-BadrBeirut, Lebanon308 contributionsWell it's about a small old covered market, it mainly offers souvenirs to buy, worth a quick visit while browsing around the old part of tarsus.Written September 15, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Yucef-G-BadrBeirut, Lebanon308 contributionsIt's was really nice the browse around the old part of the city to check out the old houses and to have a turkish coffee in one of the cafes in a Traditional house...Written September 15, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Helena BCape Town Central, South Africa425 contributionsWe visited Tarsus by train from Adana , about 45 minute ride. We walked from train station to the house and well of St Paul. Tarsus is a lovely city to explore and the well of St Paul is in the old part. At the ticket office you can get a brochure with information about the well and the excavations of St Paul's house. The setting in the garden is lovely and peaceful. From there you can walk to St Paul's church through the old part of the city. Tarsus is a lovely day trip from Adana.Written December 18, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Gary MKrabi Town, Thailand49 contributionsHard to find, get to village from the man road, take the right from the small garage up hill) keep going uphill till it starts to level off and you get fork in the road, rake the right and at the end of the road is a rebuilt Roman gate on the left, and a house on the right.
Through the gate and walk, initially the large flagstones are missing then the road becomes clear.
Take water and enjoy the walk.... and wonder where the road stated and ended.
Well worth the effort to find. The way back was easier follow the road downhill, to the left drive through the active and massive quarry and your back on the main road.Written May 17, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ahdgbdBucharest, Romania162 contributionsHave to go with a good guide to understand the importance of the ruins that you are visiting.. Much better read about the place..Written May 24, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Perry GrinateAshby de la Zouch, UK725 contributionsThis 12th century church was turned into a mosque in the 14th century. The interior still has un unmistakeably church like appearance. Beautiful lantern window remains in the ceiling - as well as an attractive later minaret. Don't miss this. Afterwards pass through the old city walls beside it and you will be able to enjoy a walk through the historic houses. Search out the Maca café (which sports a huge Turkish flag) ror refreshments in a splendid old house.Written July 12, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- burcuerk2012Izmir, Türkiye272 contributionsIt is an outdoor historical area in the city center of Tarsus. The area can be seen only from a distance so it is not possible to get further information.
The place needs some improvement if the government would like to count it as a touristic place.
Yet it was absolutely worth to be seen!Written August 7, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Hollanda GezginiThe Hague, The Netherlands800 contributionsIt was built in 1550 and one of the last standing madrasas (educational institution in Ottoman times) in Tarsus. It is located just at the heart of the historic center of the city.Written April 20, 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarsus
- These places are best for sights & landmarks in Tarsus:
- Eshab-i Kehf Cave Mosque
- Makam-i Danyal Camii (Tomb of Daniel)
- Old Tarsus Houses
- Tarsus Ulu Cami (Grand Mosque)
- St. Paul Kuyusu
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- These are the best places for budget-friendly sights & landmarks in Tarsus:
- Eshab-i Kehf Cave Mosque
- Makam-i Danyal Camii (Tomb of Daniel)
- Tarsus Ulu Cami (Grand Mosque)
- Kirkkasik Bedesteni
- Old Tarsus Houses