Mersin · Turkey

Kızkalesi Castle

Historic photo spotgoogle verified

~30 min

easy

7/10

contemplative

Lying 300m from the shore, Kızkalesi Castle is like a suspended dream. Check out the mosaics in the central courtyard and the vaulted gallery, and climb one of the four towers (the one at the southeast corner has the best views). It's possible to swim to the castle, but most people catch the boat (₺