Kahramanmaraş, Commercial center in southern Turkey
The city extends across a fertile plain below Ahir Mountain, functioning as a strategic gateway through three mountain passes in the Taurus range.
Dating back to 12th century BCE, this settlement served as the capital of the Hittite kingdom of Gurgum before becoming known as Markasi to Assyrians.
The medieval citadel contains an archaeological museum displaying Hittite artifacts, while the 15th-century Ulu Cami mosque stands as an architectural centerpiece.
The transportation network includes a railway connection to Adana and Malatya, supporting the distribution of locally produced olive oil and textile goods.
The region produces specialized ice cream using goat milk and wild orchid flower roots gathered from the surrounding mountain slopes.
Location: Kahramanmaraş Province
Elevation above the sea: 67 m
GPS coordinates: 37.58127,36.92751
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:57
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