If you love history and historical places, Turkey must be on the top of your list. Where you can find the glory of the east and the west combined in one place. The Byzantine and the Ottoman decoration of art architecture were placed all in here. When you visit the historical places in Turkey, you will feel the greatness of whom have constructed it. The glories architecture will blow your mind away. In this article, you will be reading about the most beautiful Castles of Turkey, which we encourage you to visit in your next trip to Turkey.Here our short list of Top 5 Beautiful Castles in Turkey.
1. Mamure Castle
Locally known as Mamure Kalesi, lies at the beach east of the town of Anamur in the province of Mersin in Turkey. It is situated next to the site of the antique city of Anemurium. The castle, covering an area of 23.500 m2, is one of the biggest and well-protected castles of Turkey. Although the exact construction date of the castle is uncertain, it is believed to have been built by the Romans either in the 3rd or the 4th century,
2. Pigeon Island Castle
Located just 30 km as the ‘pigeon’ flies from Samos, one of the most beautiful Greek islands, Kusadasi Castle is one of themost beautiful castles in Turkey. Built on Pigeon Island, this fortress surrounded by emerald blue and turquoise waters.
3. Maiden Castle
Kizkalesi (Maiden’s) Castle, at about 60 kilometres from Mersin, on the road to Silifke lies the ancient city of Korykos, which today has developed into the charming little holiday resort of Kizkalesi or Maiden’s Castle. The striking massive Maiden’s Castle, lying just 200 m offshore, seems to float on the blue waves of the Mediterranean giving the place something magic. Kizkalesi offers one of the finest sandy beachesalong this stretch of the Turkish coast.
4.The Black Castle
5. Bodrum Castle
This magnificent medieval castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The history of this incredible castle is fascinating and provides a better understanding of conquests, turf wars and the power of lords and religion in the Middle Ages. A German architect oversaw the construction of this castle in the early 15th century. Close to the Pope, the Knights of Rhodes who owned the place, obtained from him hundreds of ordinances issued to the workers who were working on the site.
The deal was very simple: you work on the construction of the castle and in return we will issue you documents guaranteeing your access to paradise.
