History and archaeology / Castle
İznik City Walls and Lefke Gate
İznik, Bursa
Walls about 5 km long encircling the city on all sides, with Roman-period gates still standing.
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Its story
The walls of İznik (Nikaia) were built in the Roman period and repeatedly repaired and strengthened in the Byzantine period. The walls, about 5 km long, have dozens of towers and four main gates. The Lefke Gate to the east is the most impressive, with its nested gate layout and Roman-period outer gate in the form of a triumphal arch. Roman-period reliefs can also be seen on the İstanbul Gate to the north. Walking along the walls, you can explore the city's ancient plan and the lakeshore.
Key facts
- Length
- About 5 km
- Period
- Roman and Byzantine
- Admission
- Free
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
- Hiking
Location
40.42886, 29.72907
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lefke_Kap%C4%B1s%C4%B1 | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C4%B0znik_Surlar%C4%B1 | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6063111