History and archaeology / Castle
Anahşa Castle
Pozantı, Adana
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A medieval castle on a sheer rock near Pozantı, overlooking the Taurus pass.
Safety warning
Sheer rock; do not climb alone or on slippery ground.
Its story
The castle was used as a lookout post controlling the historic road across the Taurus Mountains and the tributaries of the Seyhan. Commanding the Belemedik road, it is part of the region's network of Byzantine- and Armenian-period castles. Reaching it requires a short but steep climb.
Key facts
- Admission
- Open site
- Getting there
- Pozantı–Belemedik road
- Visit duration
- 1 hour
Trip purpose
- Quiet
- Hiking
Location
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37.38472, 34.90472
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q131902177