Destination
Ciha Kalesi
It is located to the east of Hemşin Deresi. It has a circular plan. The stonework of the fortification walls is not regular. The entrance gate of the castle is in the northeast and is supported by two towers. In the middle, there is another tower with a circular plan. It is thought to have been used for surveillance and communication. Restoration works have been initiated by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Ciha Kalesi and 6 places around it
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Highlights
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- Cultural routes
Suggested visit:45 minutes
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Ciha Kalesi sits within Pazar, Rize. The toroti catalogue holds 58 described stops across Rize, 2 of them in Pazar.
The nearest stop is Kız Kalesi, 8.9 km to the north. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
The Trabzon – Artvin route passes 8 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.
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Frequently asked
- What is Ciha Kalesi?
- It is located to the east of Hemşin Deresi. It has a circular plan. The stonework of the fortification walls is not regular. The entrance gate of the castle is in the northeast and is supported by two towers. In the middle, there is another tower with a circular plan. It is thought to have been used for surveillance and communication. Restoration works have been initiated by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
- Where is Ciha Kalesi?
- Ciha Kalesi is in Pazar, Rize.
- How long does it take to visit Ciha Kalesi?
- The suggested visit time for Ciha Kalesi is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Ciha Kalesi?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Ciha Kalesi; the closest are Kız Kalesi, Kavak Köprüsü, Kale-i Bala.
- Is Ciha Kalesi on the way anywhere, and which route?
- Ciha Kalesi lies 8 km from the Trabzon – Artvin route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.