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April 10, 2026
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History: The origins of the fortress date back to the 6th century, when it was built by the Byzantines.
Architecture: It consists of an imposing ring wall with battlements, reinforced by 15 towers.
Significance: Within the walls are the remains of ancient structures, including cisterns, a chapel, and a mosque.
UNESCO World Heritage: The castle is part of the protected area of the ancient city of Ephesus.
Architecture: It consists of an imposing ring wall with battlements, reinforced by 15 towers.
Significance: Within the walls are the remains of ancient structures, including cisterns, a chapel, and a mosque.
UNESCO World Heritage: The castle is part of the protected area of the ancient city of Ephesus.
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Jürgen
April 10, 2026
Hiking
Opening hours:
From April to October: 08:00 to 19:00.
From November to March: 08:00 to 18:00.
Other sources mention 08:00 to 18:30.
Entrance fees:
Some sources state that admission to the citadel is free.
Other sources report an entrance fee of 15 Turkish Lira (TL), which also includes access to the Basilica of St. John.
From April to October: 08:00 to 19:00.
From November to March: 08:00 to 18:00.
Other sources mention 08:00 to 18:30.
Entrance fees:
Some sources state that admission to the citadel is free.
Other sources report an entrance fee of 15 Turkish Lira (TL), which also includes access to the Basilica of St. John.
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