Destination

Kanli Divane Ören Yeri

Kanytella, which was within the borders of Rough Cilicia in the Ancient Period and is known today as Kanlı Divane, is located approximately 50 km from Mersin and 13 km west of Erdemli District. It is reached by a 3 km road turning north from Kumkuyu Yemişkumu Mahallesi. The ancient settlement of Kanlı Divane was established around a large sinkhole at its center, called the Kanlı Divane Obruğu.

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Kanli Divane Ören Yeri

Highlights

  • History

Good for

  • Cultural routes

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Kanli Divane Ören Yeri sits within Erdemli, Mersin. The toroti catalogue holds 130 described stops across Mersin, 7 of them in Erdemli.

The nearest stop is Elaiussa-Sebaste Antik Kenti, 4.7 km to the south. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Mersin – Adana route passes 12 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Frequently asked

What is Kanli Divane Ören Yeri?
Kanytella, which was within the borders of Rough Cilicia in the Ancient Period and is known today as Kanlı Divane, is located approximately 50 km from Mersin and 13 km west of Erdemli District. It is reached by a 3 km road turning north from Kumkuyu Yemişkumu Mahallesi. The ancient settlement of Kanlı Divane was established around a large sinkhole at its center, called the Kanlı Divane Obruğu.
Where is Kanli Divane Ören Yeri?
Kanli Divane Ören Yeri is in Erdemli, Mersin.
How long does it take to visit Kanli Divane Ören Yeri?
The suggested visit time for Kanli Divane Ören Yeri is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Kanli Divane Ören Yeri?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Kanli Divane Ören Yeri; the closest are Elaiussa-Sebaste Antik Kenti, Kanlıdivane Ören Yeri, Lamas Kanyonu.
Is Kanli Divane Ören Yeri on the way anywhere, and which route?
Kanli Divane Ören Yeri lies 12 km from the Mersin – Adana route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.