Mount Sipylus

Mount Sipylus is a 1513 meter peak in Manisa Province, its slopes covered in dense forests of black pines, Calabrian pines, and white birches. The thick woodland vegetation shapes the mountain's appearance from all directions.

The mountain was part of the ancient Kingdom of Lydia, with fortifications and settlements dating back to the 5th century BCE. These early traces show the region held importance in antiquity.

The Weeping Rock formation on the mountain connects to the Greek myth of Niobe, who was turned to stone after a family tragedy. This story shapes how visitors see and experience the place today.

The mountain offers several marked hiking trails and designated camping areas with bungalow accommodations managed by local forestry officials. Visitors should prepare for varying trail conditions and stick to marked routes.

Wild tulips grow naturally on the mountain slopes, thriving nowhere else in the same way. The Spil Mountain National Park was established to protect these rare plants and local animal life.

Location: Manisa Province

Elevation above the sea: 1,513 m

Website: http://milliparklar.gov.tr/mp/spildagi

GPS coordinates: 38.56698,27.45484

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06