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Story and significance
About
The historic Soap House building, a vital part of Kilis urban memory, serves today as a modern museum displaying archaeological and ethnographic artifacts.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
The old Soap House building, a historic Ottoman structure, was restored to become the most important cultural space in the Merkez district. Artifacts gathered from excavations across Kilis are showcased here. Contributing to the museum heritage of Türkiye, this structure also sheds light on the region's history of olive oil and soap production.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Museum
- Tip
- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
Related places around here
Nearby
Museum
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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
Oylum Hoyuk
Oylum Hoyuk, located in the Merkez district, is one of the largest mounds in the region. This ancient site reveals the oldest settlement traces of Kilis .
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Historic sites
Historic Ravanda Castle
Rising on a steep hill within the boundaries of the Merkez district, this ancient castle is a magnificent example of medieval military architecture.
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Historic sites
Historic Salih Efendi Streets
Preserving the most authentic street fabric of traditional Kilis residential architecture, this area is like an open-air museum with its historic stone houses.