Destination

Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi

It is located on Harşena Mountain, which covers the north of the city center. Amasya Castle, also known as Harşena Castle, changed hands many times during historical struggles and was damaged in most of them. The Castle, which was subjected to many attacks during the periods of rule of the Persians, Romans, Pontus and Byzantines, was rebuilt each time.

Amasya merkez, Amasya

Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi and 6 places around it

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Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi

Highlights

  • History

Good for

  • Cultural routes

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi sits within Amasya merkez, Amasya. The toroti catalogue holds 66 described stops across Amasya, 54 of them in Amasya merkez.

The nearest stop is Amasya Kalesi, 50 m to the north. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Ankara – Trabzon route passes 2.7 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Amasya Kalesi50 m to the northKral Kaya Mezarları320 m to the southeastŞeyh Hamdullah Yazi Tarihi Ve Hüsni Hat Müzesi350 m to the southKızlar Sarayı350 m to the southeastİç Kale360 m to the southeastAmasya İÇ Kale370 m to the southeast

Routes that pass close by

Ankara – Trabzon2.7 km

Frequently asked

What is Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi?
It is located on Harşena Mountain, which covers the north of the city center. Amasya Castle, also known as Harşena Castle, changed hands many times during historical struggles and was damaged in most of them. The Castle, which was subjected to many attacks during the periods of rule of the Persians, Romans, Pontus and Byzantines, was rebuilt each time.
Where is Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi?
Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi is in Amasya merkez, Amasya.
How long does it take to visit Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi?
The suggested visit time for Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi; the closest are Amasya Kalesi, Kral Kaya Mezarları, Şeyh Hamdullah Yazi Tarihi Ve Hüsni Hat Müzesi.
Is Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi on the way anywhere, and which route?
Harşena (Amasya) Kalesi lies 2.7 km from the Ankara – Trabzon route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.