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Tag-Archive for » castles «

Miniaturk (in İstanbul)

Miniaturk is a park of miniature models of historical structures from all over Turkey. It includes miniature models of mosques, churches, palaces, antique ruins, castles etc. Miniaturk is located in İstanbul on the European side, right next to the Golden Horn.

It has 45 miniatures from İstanbul, 45 from all over Anatolia and around 15 Ottoman structures that are situated outside of today’s Turkey.

Miniaturk is a huge open air museum, it is the largest of miniature parks in the world. In addition to over 100 miniature models, it features a rich play ground for kids, the victory museum in which Turkish war of independence is portrayed and a 3D glass museum.

Miniaturk is a must-see for all foreign and local visitors because it gives a detailed idea of what Turkey has to offer.

Hasankeyf (in Batman)


Hasankeyf is one of the most popular spots in Turkey. Located in the southeastern city of Batman, Hasankeyf hosts ancient cave houses, castles, one mosque,a tomb, a cemetery and a huge castle which is being excavated as of today. Hasankeyf is also well-known for the fact that after certain dam constructions in the region are completed, Hasankeyf will be floaded and won’t be available for visits.
You should definitely see some of the cave houses, some of which are still inhabited by local families today; and go up the hill to enjoy the view of the neighbouring mighyt Tigris river. You should also see the minaret which reflects the typical architecture of the region.
You can shop for local hand-made blankets.

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