Story and significance
About
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.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
Kastabala Ancient City is one of the most important archaeological sites within the boundaries of Osmaniye. Also called Hierapolis in ancient times, this city showed great development during the Roman Empire period. The ruins that have survived to the present day include a colonnaded street, a castle, a theater, a bath house, and church structures. Visitors exploring the area can easily discover surrounding locations using the Map while examining the historical texture of the city. The site holds a critical importance for archaeological tourism in Türkiye and the Eastern Mediterranean.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Historic sites
- Coordinates
- 37.2863° N, 36.2633° E
- Tip
- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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Location on the map
Map
37.2863° N, 36.2633° E