Places to visit
Things to do in Kahta
10 destinations, each with a description, how long it takes and where it sits on the map.
In short
toroti’s catalogue holds 10 described destinations within Kahta, Adıyaman. The themes that come up most: History, Local culture, Cultural heritage, Nature.
Nemrut Ören Yeri
Nemrut Ruins are in the Kahta district of Adıyaman. At the ruins, located on Mount Nemrut at an altitude of 2 thousand 150 meters, there are the tomb commissioned by King Antiochos I of Commagene to show his gratitude to the gods and his ancestors, and colossal statues. The most famous king of the Kingdom of Commagene, which ruled the region for approximately 200 years, is Antiochos I (Antiokhos) Theos.
45 minutes
Karakuş Tümülüsü
Karakuş Tümülüsü is a monumental tomb belonging to the women of the Commagene Royal Family, located within the borders of Kahta District of Adıyaman. The top of the tumulus was formed by piling up stream stones. Due to the eagle statue on the column standing to the south of the tumulus, which is approximately 20 meters high, it was called 'karakuş' by the local people and entered the literature under this name. To the east of the tumulus, there are two columns approximately 10 meters high.
45 minutes
Yeni Kale
Yeni Kale is located within Kocahisar Village, which is connected to Kahta District of Adıyaman. The castle, whose initial construction date goes back to the Hittites, has its present form dating from the Mamluk Period and was also used during the Ottoman Period. Photo: Official Turkish Museums It is known that the castle passed into the hands of the Urartians, Parthians, Commagene, Romans, Sasanians and Arabs.
45 minutes
Cendere Köprüsü
Cendere Bridge is one of the oldest bridges in the world, located over the Cendere River.
20 minutes
Sportif Olta Balikçiliği - Cendere Kanyonu Ve Çayi
You can have a picnic and fish in Cendere Kanyonu and Çayı, one of the frequent destinations of local and foreign tourists.
45 minutes
Arsameia Ören Yeri
Arsameia Ruins, the summer administrative center of the Kingdom of Commagene, is notable for its historical remains and the largest Greek inscription in Anatolia.
45 minutes
Yenikale
Yenikale is a historical castle located near Kocahisar Village. Built by the Commagene, the castle hosts many ruins.
30 minutes
Nemrut Dağı Batı Terası
The Western Terrace of Mount Nemrut offers a stunning sunset view and is a historical site with impressive sculptures.
60 minutes
Nemrut Dağı Doğu Terası
The Eastern Terrace of Mount Nemrut is the first place to witness the sunrise in the Kingdom of Commagene, famous for its colossal god statues.
60 minutes
Nemrut Dağı Tümülüsü
The Nemrut Mountain Tumulus was built during the peak of the Commagene Kingdom.
20 minutes