Sığacık Castle, Ottoman fortress in Seferihisar, Turkey.
The stone fortress stands at the northeastern edge of Sığacık Harbor, featuring defensive walls, two towers, and multiple entrance gates.
Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent ordered the construction of this fortress in 1521, using materials from the ancient city of Teos for its walls.
The fortress contains the Süleyman Han Mosque, a traditional bathhouse, and a prayer room, reflecting Ottoman architectural and religious elements.
Visitors can access the fortress grounds throughout the year and explore the preserved military structures within the castle walls.
The fortress maintains an active residential community inside its walls, combining historical defense architecture with present-day living spaces.
Location: Seferihisar
GPS coordinates: 38.19444,26.78444
Latest update: March 12, 2025 07:54
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