Kuruköprü Monumental Church, Greek Orthodox church in Adana, Turkey.
Kuruköprü Monumental Church is a stone structure featuring traditional Orthodox design with a central dome and symmetrical bell towers above the main entrance. Located at Ziyapaşa Boulevard 114 in Seyhan district, the building was restored in 2015 to return it to its original appearance.
Built in 1845 as Agios Nikolaos Church, it served the local Greek community until the 1910s population exchange forced their departure. After this period, the building's role shifted to new uses over subsequent decades.
The building served as an Archaeological Museum from 1950 to 1972, then as an Ethnography Museum until 1983, housing regional artifacts and objects. This transformation shows how the space adapted to preserve and share local heritage with visitors.
The church is easily accessible via Ziyapaşa Boulevard in central Adana and welcomes visitors. It's worth checking current opening times before your visit, as the building's use has changed throughout its history.
The name Kuruköprü means Old Bridge and connects to the historical transportation routes of ancient Adana at this location. This local name reflects how places gained identity through their importance in regional movement and trade.
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