Destination
Bitlis Kalesi
Bitlis Castle was built by Badlis, one of Alexander the Great's commanders, in 312 BC. Standing at 56 meters tall, the castle preserves its historical essence while welcoming visitors.
Bitlis Kalesi and 6 places around it
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Highlights
- History
- Architecture
Good for
- History lovers
- Culture travellers
Suggested visit:45 minutes
Last updated: 3 August 2026
Location and surroundings
Bitlis Kalesi sits within Bitlis merkez, Bitlis. The toroti catalogue holds 26 described stops across Bitlis, 15 of them in Bitlis merkez.
The nearest stop is Ayn El Barit (Soğuk Pınar) Camii, 250 m to the northeast. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
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Frequently asked
- What is Bitlis Kalesi?
- Bitlis Castle was built by Badlis, one of Alexander the Great's commanders, in 312 BC. Standing at 56 meters tall, the castle preserves its historical essence while welcoming visitors.
- Where is Bitlis Kalesi?
- Bitlis Kalesi is in Bitlis merkez, Bitlis.
- How long does it take to visit Bitlis Kalesi?
- The suggested visit time for Bitlis Kalesi is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Bitlis Kalesi?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Bitlis Kalesi; the closest are Ayn El Barit (Soğuk Pınar) Camii, Gazi Bey Mescidi, Sultaniye Camii.