Places to see in Iskenderun

İskenderun is a city that captivates its visitors with its historical and natural beauty. Among the places to visit in İskenderun, we can mention the following:

İskenderun Castle: Located in the city center, İskenderun Castle is a historical structure dating back to the Byzantine period.

 

Titus Tunnel: The Titus Tunnel, dating back to the Roman period, is a historical passage created by carving natural rocks.

 

İskenderun Sea Museum: The İskenderun Sea Museum, located in the city center, hosts many exhibitions about maritime history and culture.

 

Vakıflı Village: Vakıflı Village is an Armenian village located 30 km east of the city. It is famous for its natural beauty and historical houses.

 

Harbiye Waterfalls: Located about 15 km from İskenderun, the Harbiye Waterfalls are a tourist attraction that mesmerizes visitors with the natural beauty of water.

 

İskenderun Coastline: The İskenderun coastline is one of the most beautiful places in the city. You can take long walks by the sea and enjoy the beach.

 

Saint Pierre Church: Saint Pierre Church is located in the Samandağ district of Hatay province and is one of the oldest churches in the world.

 

These suggestions are just a few examples of places to visit in İskenderun. The city has many more historical, cultural, and natural tourist attractions.

Other Places to Visit:

 

  • Alexandretta Ancient City
  • Kaptan Mehmet Paşa Mosque
  • Güzelyayla (Soğukoluk) Plateau
  • Virgin Mary's Pool
  • Karaağaç Beach
  • Sarıseki Cave
  • Damlataş Cave
  • Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Complex
  • Uzun Bazaar
  • First Bullet Museum
  • İssos Ancient City (Epiphaneia)
  • Payas Castle
  • Hatay Archaeology Museum