Commagene King

The Secrets Of The Commagene Kingdom Mount Nemrut the legend is famous for its giant mousalea and God statues which were built for Commagene King; “Antiochus I” who ruled in Adıyaman except of its height size. The king have these statues and mousalea done to show his appreciation for the Gods and his own ancestors. Another interesting point is here; there are two different sets of the same group of statues. One group of them welcomes the rise of the sun and the others welcomes the sunset. Isn’t it gorgeous!

The Secrets Of The Commagene Kingdom Mount Nemrut the legend is famous for its giant mousalea and God statues which were built for Commagene King; “Antiochus I” who ruled in Adıyaman except of its height size. The king have these statues and mousalea done to show his appreciation for the Gods and his own ancestors. Another interesting point is here; there are two different sets of the same group of statues. One group of them welcomes the rise of the sun and the others welcomes the sunset. Isn’t it gorgeous! Şanlıurfa is known as the city of prophets, moreover, Göbeklitepe, the first temple built by human hands, is located here. With its mixed demographics and colorful traditions, the city is the pearl of Mesopotamia. Do not delay any longer this visit, which will change your perspective on the world.

The Secrets Of The Commagene Kingdom Mount Nemrut the legend is famous for its giant mousalea and God statues which were built for Commagene King; “Antiochus I” who ruled in Adıyaman except of its height size. The king have these statues and mousalea done to show his appreciation for the Gods and his own ancestors. Another interesting point is here; there are two different sets of the same group of statues. One group of them welcomes the rise of the sun and the others welcomes the sunset. Isn’t it gorgeous! Şanlıurfa is known as the city of prophets, moreover, Göbeklitepe, the first temple built by human hands, is located here. With its mixed demographics and colorful traditions, the city is the pearl of Mesopotamia. Do not delay any longer this visit, which will change your perspective on the world.

All our tours are a product of constant careful research and evaluation enhanced by direct local knowledge of the region and our thirty years experience. Covering 12,000 years of Anatolian history, this unique 12-Day tour of Eastern Turkey takes in three distinct climate zones and four major civilizations as well as the oldest monumental megalithic structure in the world; you will see tea plantations on the Black Sea, the Biblical Mountain of Ararat where Noah's Ark came to rest, stunning Lake Van, the capital city and principal citadel of the Kingdom of Urartu before ending where it all began, with the astonishing site of Göbekli Tepe at 10,000 BC!

The Secrets Of The Commagene Kingdom Mount Nemrut the legend is famous for its giant mousalea and God statues which were built for Commagene King; “Antiochus I” who ruled in Adıyaman except of its height size. The king have these statues and mousalea done to show his appreciation for the Gods and his own ancestors. Another interesting point is here; there are two different sets of the same group of statues. One group of them welcomes the rise of the sun and the others welcomes the sunset. Isn’t it gorgeous! Places you will visit on this trip -Karakus Tumulus -Septumus Severus Bridge -Arsemia Architectural Site -Mount Nemrut Sunset & Sunrise

This is a great tour to see some amazing places in Turkey where you will first start with Gaziantep one of the modern provinces of South-Eastern Anatolian Region and also one of the oldest of Hittite origin. Being the centre of pistachio nut cultivation where you will get a chance to taste Baklava (sweet pastry) and with its extensive olive groves and vineyards. Next, you will go to Şanlıurfa (the Prophets' City; also known as Urfa), is a pilgrimage town and spiritual centre. This is where the prophets Job and Abraham left their marks, and the Dergah complex of mosques and the holy Gölbaşı area is imbued with a compelling atmosphere redolent of the Middle East. Also the nearby temple of Göbekli Tepe is one of eastern Turkey's unmissable destinations. You will also visit Mount Nemrut, one the highest peaks of the Mesopotamia, with a summit at 2,206 metres above sea level and contains the tomb of King Antiochus I of Commagene that was commissioned by himself.

You will meet people from all the rich cultures and the many ways they express and celebrate their identities. Each site we visit has played an essential role they play in moulding the history of Turkey and beyond. Explore the history of the several civilisations that have called this place home. See how they all join together in the long timeline that is correctly known as the ‘cradle of civilisation’. It is a well-known fact that the majority of the best-preserved ancient Greek ruins are in Turkey and hosts some of the best archaeological sites. Most of these sites are little known, which means you have rare access to immaculate and perfectly preserved locations.

With this 3-Days Eastern Turkey tour, you will have a chance to see the imposing stone heads atop a remote, 2,150-metre-high mountain are one of Turkey’s most iconic sites. The statues of Greek and Persian gods, which were up to 33ft tall, formed part of the tomb and temple complex built by Antiochus I (69-34 BC), who reigned over the Commagene kingdom. You will be also able to see the urban life of South-Eastern Turkey away from modern life.

Discover the civilizations of Mesopotamia. This is where it all began, and the region has been inhabited ever since. Visit the ancient home of the patriarch Abraham, the cave of Job, and Jacob's well. See UNESCO World Heritage sights of Gobekli Tepe, the Diyarbakir Fortress, Hevsel Gardens, and Mount Nemrut. Explore Roman Cities, roads, and cisterns and see palaces and mosques from the Ottoman Empire. ​

Rise early for the drive and the walk up to the summit of Mount Nemrut. See the magnificent relics of the tumulus of the Commagene king Antiochus Epipanes I atop Mt. Nemrut (2150m above sea-level) located near Adiyaman and Malatya. The amazing statues of the Gods on the Nemrut summit make it a very impressive site. View a fantastic sunrise from the East Terrace. Visit the East and West terraces, fire altar, statues of Apollo, Zeus, Hercules, Tyche and Antiochus Epipanes I, tumulus, and see the world’s first horoscope. Descend down the mountain through small villages and beautiful scenery. Stop in Arsemia to see the old castle and remains of bridge made during the time of Alexander the Great, then cross the Cendere Roman Bridge built by Septimus Severus in the 2nd century AD and still in use!

This is a fantastic tour of some amazing places in Turkey. You will first start with the magical and mesmerising Cappadocia and see the stunning landscape of the fairy chimneys and tour the Kaymaklı Underground City. You also have the option to take an unforgettable sunrise hot air balloon ride Next, you will go to Şanlıurfa (the Prophets' City; also known as Urfa), is a pilgrimage town and spiritual centre. This is where the prophets Job and Abraham left their marks, and the Dergah complex of mosques and the holy Gölbaşı area is imbued with a compelling atmosphere redolent of the Middle East. You will also visit Mount Nemrut, one the highest peaks of the Mesopotamia, with a summit at 2,206 metres above sea level and contains the tomb of King Antiochus I of Commagene that was commissioned by himself. The gigantic statues of gods that each weigh 6 tons and are 10 metres tall and indicate what kind of super-human effort was spent on the construction of the tomb.

We offer you the chance to visit the two most fascinating main points of Turkey, Cappadocia and Mesopotamia, in a single tour. While this unforgettable experience will take you on a journey in history, it will also introduce you to today's authentic world. Thanks to your local guide and itinerary, you can establish deeper bonds with people and taste the different flavors of the wonderfully delicious Turkish cuisine.

The Secrets Of The Commagene Kingdom Mount Nemrut the legend is famous for its giant mousalea and God statues which were built for Commagene King; “Antiochus I” who ruled in Adıyaman except of its height size. The king have these statues and mousalea done to show his appreciation for the Gods and his own ancestors. Another interesting point is here; there are two different sets of the same group of statues. One group of them welcomes the rise of the sun and the others welcomes the sunset. Isn’t it gorgeous! Places you will visit on this trip -Karakus Tumulus -Septumus Severus Bridge -Arsemia Architectural Site -Mount Nemrut Sunset & Sunrise

The Secrets Of The Commagene Kingdom Mount Nemrut the legend is famous for its giant mousalea and God statues which were built for Commagene King; “Antiochus I” who ruled in Adıyaman except of its height size. The king have these statues and mousalea done to show his appreciation for the Gods and his own ancestors. Another interesting point is here; there are two different sets of the same group of statues. One group of them welcomes the rise of the sun and the others welcomes the sunset. Isn’t it gorgeous!

The Nemrud mountain stands in Southeastern Turkey. It is a 7.000 feet tall memorial for Kings and Gods of the ancient world; its summit is decorated with several giant statues erected in 62 BC by King Antiochus I Theos of Commagene. The statues flank the tomb sanctuary and are built after the images, apart from the King himself, lions, eagles, and various ancient gods, such as Hercules – Vahagn, Zeus-Aramaz, or Oromasdes (associated with the Iranic god Ahura Mazda), Tyche, and Apollo-Mithras. The identical statues and ancestors throughout the site can also be found on the tumulus, which is 49 m (161 ft) tall and 152 m (499 ft) in diameter. The statues appear to have Greek-style facial features but Persian clothing and hairstyling. Meanwhile, the western terrace contains a large slab with a lion, showing the arrangement of stars and the planets Jupiter, Mercury, and Mars on 7 July 62 BC, believed to indicate when construction began on this monument.

Explore some of the highlights of Turkey and see some of the amazing places of history that this beautiful country has to offer. Throughout your trip, you’ll visit Istanbul’s highlights, including Hagia Sofia. Explore the fairy-tale landscape of Cappadocia. You may even have the option to take a hot air balloon ride. Go to Şanlıurfa (the Prophets' City; also known as Urfa). The city's streets hum with an energetic buzz. The nearby temple of Göbekli Tepe is one of Eastern Turkey's unmissable destinations. You'll also visit Mount Nemrut, one the highest peaks of the Mesopotamia, with a summit at 2,206 metres above sea level and contains the tomb of King Antiochus I of Commagene that was commissioned by himself. T See Antalya on the Turquoise Coast. You will venture to the UNESCO-listed Ephesus where you will see one of the worlds best-preserved ancient sites of House of the Virgin Mary. Visit the awe-inspiring pure white travertines of Pamukkale and take a dip in the Cleopatras pool.

Mount Nemrut the legend is famous for its giant mousalea and God statues which were built for Commagene King; “Antiochus I” who ruled in Adıyaman except of its height size. The king have these statues and mousalea done to show his appreciation for the Gods and his own ancestors. Another interesting point is here; there are two different sets of the same group of statues. One group of them welcomes the rise of the sun and the others welcomes the sunset. Isn’t it gorgeous!