Destination

Ferhat Su Kanali

This canal, belonging to the Late Hellenistic - Early Roman period, was built to meet the water needs of the ancient city of Amasya by carving the rocks, opening tunnels, building walls in places, and in accordance with the slope of the land, according to a leveling system. This canal, also called Ferhat Su Kanalı, is 6 km long. In the Ferhatarası area, the approximately 2 km long section of the canal that runs parallel to the highway can easily be seen from outside.

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Ferhat Su Kanali

Highlights

  • Local culture

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Ferhat Su Kanali sits within Amasya merkez, Amasya. The toroti catalogue holds 66 described stops across Amasya, 54 of them in Amasya merkez.

The nearest stop is Çağlayan Köprüsü, 1.7 km to the south. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Ankara – Trabzon route passes 230 m away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Frequently asked

What is Ferhat Su Kanali?
This canal, belonging to the Late Hellenistic - Early Roman period, was built to meet the water needs of the ancient city of Amasya by carving the rocks, opening tunnels, building walls in places, and in accordance with the slope of the land, according to a leveling system. This canal, also called Ferhat Su Kanalı, is 6 km long. In the Ferhatarası area, the approximately 2 km long section of the canal that runs parallel to the highway can easily be seen from outside.
Where is Ferhat Su Kanali?
Ferhat Su Kanali is in Amasya merkez, Amasya.
How long does it take to visit Ferhat Su Kanali?
The suggested visit time for Ferhat Su Kanali is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Ferhat Su Kanali?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Ferhat Su Kanali; the closest are Çağlayan Köprüsü, Kadilar Türbesi, Sultan Mesut Türbesi.
Is Ferhat Su Kanali on the way anywhere, and which route?
Ferhat Su Kanali lies 230 m from the Ankara – Trabzon route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.