Filyos Ancient City (Tios)

Story and significance

About

Filyos Ancient City within Zonguldak is a significant archaeological site on the Black Sea coast containing ruins relevant to Türkiye.

Timeline, heritage and stories

Heritage

Filyos Ancient City, historically known as Tios, is situated in the Çaycuma district of Zonguldak. Excavations have revealed Roman and Byzantine walls, aqueducts, and theater ruins. Possessing a unique position in the coastal archaeology of Türkiye, the city serves as an open-air museum for history enthusiasts.

Practical notes before you go

Visit

Type: Historic sites
Tip: Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.

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Museum

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Museum

Zonguldak Mining Museum

Showcasing the coal mining history of the city of Zonguldak , this museum is the first dedicated mining museum within Türkiye .

Historic sites

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Historic sites

Historical Gökgöl Cave

Located at the entrance of Zonguldak , Gökgöl Cave is one of the longest show caves in Türkiye with millions of years old stalactites.