Karatepe-Aslantas National Park
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Karatepe-Aslantas National Park

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It is an important natural and historical area located within the borders of Osmaniye and is one of the first open-air museums in Turkey.

Timeline, heritage and stories

Heritage

This park near the Kadirli district of Osmaniye hosts both historical ruins from the Hittite period and rich red pine forests. You can examine the route in detail on the Map.

Located on the shores of the Aslantaş Dam Lake formed by the Ceyhan River, the national park offers a unique harmony for picnickers and history buffs.

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Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.

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Kastabala Ancient City Historic sites

Kastabala Ancient City

Located close to the Osmaniye city center, Kastabala is a Late Hittite and Roman period settlement standing out with its colonnaded avenue and ancient theater.

Toprakkale Castle Historic sites

Toprakkale Castle

It is a historical medieval castle located within the borders of Osmaniye , controlling a strategic crossroads.

Toprakkale Castle Historic sites

Toprakkale Castle

Located in the Toprakkale district, this historical castle is one of the most important symbols of Osmaniye . Also known historically as Kınık Castle, it is a significant example of medieval defensive architecture in Türkiye .

Yollu Hoyuk Historic sites

Yollu Hoyuk

This archaeological mound located in the Toprakkale plain shows that the region has been open to settlement since ancient times. It is a valuable heritage for Osmaniye history.

Cem Castle Historic sites

Cem Castle

Cem Castle, located in the Sumbas district of Osmaniye , is an important defensive structure from the Middle Ages. The surroundings of the castle are protected by natural rocks.

Baqras (Bagdas) Castle Historic sites

Baqras (Bagdas) Castle

Situated in the Sumbas geography, Bagdas Castle is an ancient settlement and defense area built on a high hill. It houses ruins that shed light on the history of Osmaniye .

Gafarli Stone Bridge Historic sites

Gafarli Stone Bridge

Located near the Gafarli village of the Sumbas district, this historical stone bridge bears traces of ancient engineering. It is one of the registered structures of Osmaniye cultural heritage.

Savranda Castle Surrounding Natural Area Historic sites

Savranda Castle Surrounding Natural Area

Located near Hasanbeyli , it is one of the most prominent historic-natural ruins within Osmaniye .

Hasanbeyli Savranda Castle Historic sites

Hasanbeyli Savranda Castle

It is a historical castle located within the boundaries of the Hasanbeyli district of Osmaniye . This medieval defensive structure reflects the strategic past of the region.

Hasanbeyli Central Mosque Historic sites

Hasanbeyli Central Mosque

It is a historical and religious structure located in the center of Hasanbeyli . It bears traces of Osmaniye local architecture.

Harun Resit Castle Historic sites

Harun Resit Castle

A historical castle located in the Düziçi district of the Osmaniye province. It was built during the Abbasid period for regional defense.

Kurtlar Castle Historic sites

Kurtlar Castle

A historical castle ruin from ancient times located near the Kurtlar village in the Düziçi district, built for defensive purposes.