History and archaeology / Castle
Gerger Castle
Gerger, Adıyaman
A historic castle on steep cliffs overlooking the Euphrates, dating back to the 2nd century BC, with the remains of a mosque at its entrance.
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Its story
Built on a steep mountain south of Gerger, between the villages of Oymaklı (Nefsi Gerger) and Beybostan, the castle was constructed in the 2nd century BC and used from the Commagene period onward. Because the bridge at the castle entrance has collapsed, getting inside is difficult; in the entrance section there is a mosque built by the Muslims who captured the castle, along with old inscriptions, and on the front face there is a dungeon. The mountain on which the castle stands is the source of the springs and fountains in the area. Its position overlooking the Atatürk Dam Lake offers a wide view.
Key facts
- Period
- 2nd century BC; medieval additions
- Admission
- Free
- Getting there
- Near Oymaklı village, Gerger
- Visit duration
- 1 hour
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
- Quiet
- Hiking
Location
37.95721, 39.01633
Where to eat nearby
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gerger_Kalesi | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q20473427