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Church of St. Paul (Tarsus)

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Church of St. Paul (Tarsus)

Tarsus, Mersin

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A church built in the 19th century, known for its ceiling frescoes and toured today as a memorial museum.

Its story

The building was built in the 1860s and bears the name of Paul. The frescoes and paintings on its ceiling depicting Gospel scenes and the apostles are the most impressive part of the church. Used for a time as a depot, the church opened to visitors as a memorial museum after restoration, and services are permitted on certain days.

Key facts

Admission
Paid (Müzekart valid)
Getting there
Central Tarsus
Visit duration
20–30 min

Trip purpose

  • Photography
  • Rainy day

Location

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36.91414, 34.89779

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Paul's_Church%2C_Tarsus | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2064336