St. Clemens Church, Ancient church ruins in Altindag district, Ankara, Turkey
The church site contains one remaining wall and a marble block featuring a carved Latin cross, reflecting early Christian architectural elements.
Built in the 4th century for Saint Clement, bishop of Ancyra, the structure transformed into a mosque during Ottoman rule until fire damage in 1916.
The building represents the evolution of religious practices in Ankara, transitioning from an early Christian church to an Ottoman mosque over centuries.
The ruins stand between Denizciler Avenue and Cikrikcilar Slope in Ulus neighborhood, behind the former courthouse building of Ankara.
Several architectural elements, including column capitals and window frames from the original church, are displayed at the Roman Bath Open Air Museum.
Location: Ankara
GPS coordinates: 39.93917,32.85989
Latest update: April 19, 2025 08:04
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