Story and significance
About
The Kilis Museum, where artifacts obtained from archaeological excavations in and around Kilis are exhibited, preserves the cultural memory of the region.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
The Kilis Museum operates in a restored historical building (Historical Soap House) in the center of Kilis. The museum contributes to archaeology in Türkiye by exhibiting thousands of years old artifacts, especially extracted from important sites like Oylum Hoyuk. You can access the central location of the museum via Harita.
Practical notes before you go
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- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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Kilis Museum (Soap House)
The historic Soap House building, a vital part of Kilis urban memory, serves today as a modern museum displaying archaeological and ethnographic artifacts.
Museum
Kilis Museum (Historical Soap Factory Building)
Located in the center of Kilis , the historical Soap Factory building serves today as a museum where archaeological and ethnographic artifacts of the city are exhibited.
Museum
Kilis Museum
The museum, housed in the historic Sabunhane building in Merkez district center, holds significant archaeological artifacts. It exhibits finds from Kilis and its surroundings.
Historic sites
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Historic sites
Ravanda Castle
The most important historical symbol of the Polateli district is an ancient defensive structure located on a steep hill that sheds light on the history of Kilis .
Historic sites
Belenözü Village Historical Water Cistern
A historical cistern located near Belenözü in Polateli district, showing ancient water management.
Historic sites
Polateli Grand Mosque Ruins
Located in the center of Polateli , this religious building ruin reaching from past centuries showcases old Kilis period stonemasonry.
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Historic sites
Musabeyli Castle
Located in the west of Kilis within the borders of Musabeyli , the ruins of this historical castle shed light on the defense history of the region. It holds local importance for Türkiye archaeology.
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Historic sites
Gebe Tumulus
Located within the borders of Musabeyli , the Gebe Tumulus is an important archaeological site containing traces of ancient settlements. It offers clues about the prehistoric periods of Kilis .
Historic sites
Muratlı Historical Ruins
The ancient settlement ruins located around Muratlı village in Musabeyli district reflect the rural history of the Kilis region. It is registered in Türkiye 's cultural assets.
Historic sites
Mercidabik Historic Site
The historic flatland located within Elbeyli district, which hosted the famous battle of 1516. It represents one of the turning points in the history of Kilis .
Historic sites
Elbeyli Mound
Located in the center of the Elbeyli district, this historical mound indicates that the region has been a settlement since ancient times. It holds a significant place in the archaeology of Kilis .
Historic sites
Mercidabik Monument
It is a historical monument built within the borders of Elbeyli to commemorate the Battle of Marj Dabiq fought in 1516. It symbolizes the great southern campaign of the Ottoman Empire in the history of Türkiye .