History and archaeology / Rock tomb
Kalekapı Rock Tomb
Taşköprü, Kastamonu
A monumental Paphlagonian rock tomb carved into a steep rock mass near the village of Donalar in Taşköprü.
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Its story
The Kalekapı Rock Tomb is one of the best known of the rock tombs in Kastamonu and is carved into a steep rock near the village of Donalar. Dated, like similar examples in the region, to the Paphlagonian period, the tomb's facade is arranged with a columned entrance and reliefs. The rock tombs are interpreted as family tombs built for high-status individuals. A short but steep climb on the rocky slope is needed to reach the tomb. It can be reached with a short detour on the way from Taşköprü toward Kastamonu.
Key facts
- Period
- Paphlagonian period
- Admission
- Free
- Getting there
- Taşköprü–Kastamonu road, near the village of Donalar
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
Location
41.56557, 34.09049
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaya_mezar%C4%B1 | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q134728192 | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=41.565571&mlon=34.090492#map=17/41.565571/34.090492