Boztepe hill, Trabzon, Hilltop viewpoint in Ortahisar, Turkey.
Rising 3 kilometers southeast of central Trabzon, Boztepe Hill stands as a natural elevation point offering views across the Black Sea region.
The hill holds ancient religious importance, marked by four sacred fountains and a mosque that replaced a 19th-century church at its summit.
The location incorporates the Fountain of Saint John the Sanctifier and connects to local narratives about Alexios II of Trebizond fighting a dragon.
The hill remains accessible 24 hours daily, providing outdoor seating areas and spaces for group activities throughout different times of day.
A water source known as the milk fountain maintains ties to the Kaymaklı Monastery, while the Dragon's Fountain sits near Hoşoğlan village.
Location: Trabzon
Location: Ortahisar
GPS coordinates: 40.99500,39.73100
Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:31
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