Story and significance
About
As one of the most significant historical landmarks of the Bartın province, this castle bears traces of the Roman, Byzantine, and Genoese periods.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
Located in the Amasra district within the borders of Bartın, Amasra Castle consists of two main sections: the Sormagir and Zindan castles. The castle, which is one of the best-preserved fortification structures in Türkiye, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List. Serving as a strategic defense point since ancient times, this area is now a popular spot for visitors.
Practical notes before you go
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- Historic sites
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- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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Kemere Bridge
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Ulus Historic Kocahan
Located in the center of Ulus , the historic Kocahan is an important example of civil architecture surviving from the Ottoman period. It sheds light on the past commercial life of Bartın .
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Elden Village Historical Wooden Mosque
Located in Elden Village of the Ulus district, the mosque is a historical heritage built using the interlocking log technique without nails. It is a rare example of religious architecture in Bartın .
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Kurucaşile Wooden Boat Construction Workshops
These are historic workshops where the centuries-old traditional wooden boat and yacht building craft is practiced in the Kurucaşile district. These workshops are among the most important living heritages of Bartın .
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Kromna Ancient City Ruins
Located within the borders of Kurucaşile in the Tekkeönü area, there are wall and settlement ruins of the ancient city of Kromna. The region is one of the oldest port cities in the history of Bartın .
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Historical Bartın Houses
These historical wooden structures preserved in the streets of Merkez are the most authentic examples of traditional Bartın architecture.
Historic sites
Kemere Bridge
Connecting the Sormagir Quarter and Boztepe Island, this historical bridge is one of the symbols of tourism in Bartın .