Faith / Tomb (türbe)
Hızır Makamı (Shrine of Hızır)
Samandağ, Hatay
A shrine of Hızır on the Samandağ shore, visited by people of different faiths for vows and prayer.
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Its story
The shrine holds an important place in local tradition as the place where Hızır (Khidr) and Moses are believed to have met. Its being visited as a shared sacred place by Alevis, Sunnis and Christians reflects Samandağ's diversity of faith. With its location close to the shore, it offers tranquility between the sea and the mountain. Visitors usually light candles, make vows and tie wish ribbons.
Key facts
- Faith
- Shared place of pilgrimage for several faiths
- Status
- Confirm its condition after the earthquake with local sources.
Trip purpose
- Free
Location
36.08173, 35.94631
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://kulturenvanteri.com/yer/hizir-turbesi/