Ten km east of Silifke, Atakent is something of a concrete jungle that just happens to overlook a rather nice swathe of sand.…
Ferry port for Northern Cyprus Population: 15,200 Old names: Holmi, Sancto Theodoro Taşucu is a small port on the Eastern Mediterranean coast…
In the hills above Silifke you can visit the hamlet of Cambazlı, where the remains of a vast, two-storied Byzantine church dating back…
The ancient Olba If you’re visiting the ruins of Uzuncaburç, near Silifke, it’s worth following the signs to the village of Ura, just…
“Quite Tall Tower” Population: 850 Old name: Diocaesarea Uzuncaburç is a delightful, peaceful hill village taking its name from the remains of…
Maiden’s Castle Population: 1,780 Old name: Corycus/Corycos Kızkalesi is a small…
Base for visiting Uzuncaburç Population: 66,700 Old name: Seleucia-ad-Calycadnum, Seleucia in Cilicia, Seleucia in Isauria, Seleucia Trachea…