History and archaeology / Castle
Eskihisar Castle
Gebze, Kocaeli
A Byzantine-period castle on a hill commanding Eskihisar bay, controlling the entrance to the Gulf of İzmit.
Its story
Eskihisar Castle was built in the Byzantine period to protect the entrance to the Gulf of İzmit and the coastal road. In later centuries the castle came under Ottoman control and long remained one of the region's important lookout points. Part of its walls and towers have been re-erected through restoration work. From the castle you can view Eskihisar bay, the gulf and Hersek Burnu (Cape Hersek) on the opposite shore. It can be visited together with the Osman Hamdi Bey Museum and the ferry pier below.
Key facts
- Period
- Byzantine
- Admission
- May be paid
Trip purpose
- Photography
- Hiking
Location
40.77140, 29.43210
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eskihisar_Kalesi | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q114742350