Demircili Tombs
Near Silifke
with Slowtravelguide
When travelling through Turkey, it is not always clear where to find the exciting spots or buildings, but in the case of the Demircili Tombs, it was hard not to see them, very conspicuous on the side of the road.
There are four tombs in this area. The facade style is Ionic – Corinthian and dates from the Roman Empire Period 2nd and 3rd Centuries AD.
Tomb Nr. 1
Tomb Nr. 1 is located on the East side of the road Silifke to Uzuncaburc, next to the road. Notice the bust (most likely of the owner), which sits at the triangular pediment at the top.
What To Expect
How To Get There: Private or rental car (check the map below).
Nearest Airport: Alanya or Adana Airport.
Parking: Yes
Terrain: Easy.
Stroller: Yes.
Income: Free.
Facilities: Small restaurant nearby.
Best Time To Visit: Spring or Fall.
Demircili Tomb Nr 1 Next To The Road
Tomb Nr. 2
Tomb Nr. 2 is also located East of the same road, a little less conspicuous, at 170m from the road. This tomb has two stories, ionic columns at the lower and Corinthian at the upper.
Demircili Tomb Nr 2 Detail
Practical Information
These tombs are not a destination on their own; visit them when you are in the neighbourhood.
Enough attractive destinations nearby.
When you leave the Demircili Tombs behind you, follow the road going East, you will reach the Ancient City of Diocaesarea (Uzuncaburc).
Don’t forget to make a stop at Ali Ihsan Usta’s restaurant (located between Tombs Nr 1 and 2), they serve a delicious lahmacun.
Tomb Nr. 3 and 4
Tombs Nr. 3 and 4 are two parallel monumental tombs. The one on the right has two stories. Inscriptions and animal figures indicate this was the tomb of an important family.
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Places Nearby
Olba Ancient Site, 5000-year-old city (25km)
Diocaesarea, city of God (22km)
Men Of Rock, an archaeological heritage (36km)
Cambazlı Church, a Byzantine Church in Silifke (22km)
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