Mersin Catholic Church, Catholic church in central Mersin, Turkey
The Saint Anthony of Padua Church stands in the commercial district of Mersin, featuring traditional Catholic architectural elements and a bell tower structure.
The church's construction began in 1855 after Ottoman Sultan Abdulmejid I granted an official decree for its establishment during the Christian migration period.
The church maintains regular Catholic services while representing a small religious minority in Turkey, where Christianity accounts for less than 0.4% of the population.
The church building lies at coordinates 36°48'4"N and 34°38'2"E, making it accessible from the main streets of Mersin's business district.
Saint Anthony Church operated a school run by Capuchin friars until 1923, when political changes led to the transfer of educational facilities to public authorities.
Location: Mersin Province
GPS coordinates: 36.80111,34.63389
Latest update: August 31, 2025 09:30
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