History and archaeology / Castle
Kurul Castle
Altınordu, Ordu
A castle on a pointed rock at Bayadı, where a Hellenistic statue of Cybele was found, considered one of the first archaeological excavation sites of the Black Sea region.
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Its story
Kurul Castle is on a pointed rock about 13 kilometers from the city center. In excavations that began in 2010 at the settlement from the 2nd and 1st centuries BC, hundreds of steps carved into the rock, a temple and wall foundations, as well as a Hellenistic-period marble statue of Cybele, were found; in 2018 three more statues accompanying Cybele were unearthed. At the site, walking paths, illuminated viewing terraces, a historic passage and a cistern have been opened to visitors.
Key facts
- Period
- 2nd–1st century BC
- Excavation
- From 2010
- Facilities
- Walking paths, viewing terraces, car park
- Visit duration
- 1–1.5 hours
Trip purpose
- Photography
- Hiking
Location
40.90229, 37.91588
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://ordu.ktb.gov.tr/TR-130678/kurul-kalesi-yerleskesi-altinorduordu.html | https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/242182072