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Işıkkale
Işıkkale
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Işıkkale
Işıkkale is an ancient settlement located in the rural area of Silifke ilçe district in Mersin Province, Turkey. It dates back to Hellenistic, Roman and the early Byzantine ages. The ruins include many buildings, basilica, cisterns wine and olive oil presses.
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Country: Turkey
District: Mersin Province
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: 1st Century AD
Oldest Culture: Hellenistic
Later Cultures: Roman + Byzantine
Site Features: Byzantine Monuments
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Elevation: 462 m
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