Temple of Zeus and Church

Mersin is one of the important Turkish cities of the Eastern Mediterranean Region. The city is located in the south of Mersin Island, which is a unique nature and its history in the south of the Mersin Strip. Mersin, which was established on the Southeast Anatolian Side, has been famous since ancient times. The city has a significant position in Islam, where the Egyptian, Assyrian and Roman empires entered the field of domination and in the Middle Ages. These large ruins are famous touristic places to visit in Mersin. This temple is known as the Temple of Zeus in Mersin. This temple BC. It was built in the 5th century and the history of Mersin is located in the old city center. Is the deity chosen by Zeus in ancient times. B.C. The temple, built in the 5th century, was completely covered with sarcophagi and was used for the special ceremonies of theology. This temple is considered one of the important structures of Mersin's ancient architecture. The temple is surrounded by arched monuments from the middle part. Many relief studies and sculptures in the temple, BC. It may belong to the 1st century or subsequent periods. In the temple, there is a historical Archeology Museum where the small oak boxes used in the temple are exhibited. There is a Church of Mersin, which was built in the 8th century. This church has been deemed worthy of respect by the Muslim people. After being restored in the 11th century, the church became a part of the historical atmosphere of Mersin. The church contains unique historical and cultural elements specific to Mersin. The church has a magnificent art gallery of unique works.

The church also has wall reliefs of the 6th century, high church tents and special cultural works including Madonna and Children's Statue on the eastern wall of the temple. The church provides a peaceful environment that has gained the hearts of people and facilitates the interaction of Muslims, Christians and other religions and culture. P>

Mersin Zeus Temple and Church is one of the mysterious historical monuments of Southeastern Anatolia. The city, which has these rare historical ruins, makes significant contributions to Turkish tourism with its many special history and cultural features to visit. Mersin is especially frequented by those who longed for the temple and church. To explore the beauty of these places and the spiritual wealth, it has become a place to visit.