Destination

Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos)

This structure, described as the foremost church of Trabzon, is in the Ortahisar neighborhood. It is thought to have been built by Hanmibalianos, the nephew of Roman Emperor Constantine (A.D. 325-364), on an old Roman temple. The church, known as the "Cathedral of the Komnenoi," was dedicated to the Virgin Mary and named "Altınbaş.

Ortahisar, Trabzon

Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos) and 6 places around it

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Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos)

Highlights

  • Faith heritage

Good for

  • Heritage walks

Suggested visit:20 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos) sits within Ortahisar, Trabzon. The toroti catalogue holds 32 described stops across Trabzon, 24 of them in Ortahisar.

The nearest stop is Zağnos Köprüsü, 100 m to the west. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Ankara – Trabzon route passes 700 m away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Zağnos Köprüsü100 m to the westTabakhane Köprüsü190 m to the eastAbdullah Paşa Çeşmesi250 m to the westTrabzon Kalesi300 m to the southwestGülbaharhatun Cami320 m to the southwestSekiz Direkli Hamam400 m to the north

Routes that pass close by

Ankara – Trabzon700 mIstanbul – Trabzon700 mSamsun – Trabzon700 mTrabzon – Artvin14 kmTrabzon – Rize14 km

Frequently asked

What is Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos)?
This structure, described as the foremost church of Trabzon, is in the Ortahisar neighborhood. It is thought to have been built by Hanmibalianos, the nephew of Roman Emperor Constantine (A.D. 325-364), on an old Roman temple. The church, known as the "Cathedral of the Komnenoi," was dedicated to the Virgin Mary and named "Altınbaş.
Where is Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos)?
Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos) is in Ortahisar, Trabzon.
How long does it take to visit Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos)?
The suggested visit time for Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos) is about 20 minutes.
What else is there to see near Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos)?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos); the closest are Zağnos Köprüsü, Tabakhane Köprüsü, Abdullah Paşa Çeşmesi.
Is Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos) on the way anywhere, and which route?
Ortahisar Fatih Camii (Meryem Kilisesi) (Chrysokephalos) lies 700 m from the Ankara – Trabzon route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.