Silifke

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Silifke is a town and district of Mersin Province in Turkey.

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[edit] History

Known as "Seleucia" in the history, Silifke was founded by Seleucus I Nicator in the early 3rd century BC. Later the city expanded to the nearby settlement Holmi(Taşucu). Selecuia was a famous center for early Christians with its tombs. The Arabs conquered the city in 705 and followed by the Byzantines. Seleucia remained as a titular see of the Roman Catholic Church until 1971. In the 11th century, the city was conquered by the Seljuks. Later it went through a period of struggling between Armenians, Byzantines, Crusaders and Turks. In the 13th century, Seleucia was under the control of Hospitallers, but in 1471 Ottoman General Gedik Ahmet Pasha captured the city.

Silifke was a province centre of İçel (Mersin) until 1930.

[edit] Navigation

Located at 80 km west of the city of Mersin, on the west end of Çukurova, Silifke is situated near the Mediterranean coast, on the banks of the Göksu River.

[edit] Getting there

[edit] By plane

Nearest airport is in Adana which is located about 140 km away.

[edit] By train

No trains to Silifke. The nearest stations are in Karaman (150 km north) and Mersin (90 km east).

[edit] By car

The main highway between Antalya and Adana D400 is the main connection to the city. There is also another highway coming from Konya in north called D715.

[edit] By bus

The bus terminal is in the town center.

[edit] By boat

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[edit] Getting around

[edit] By car

You can rent a car in Mersin or Adana. There are taxis in Silifke, too. Traffic code is 33.

[edit] By public transport

There are public buses or minibuses running with cheap fares.

[edit] By foot

The town center can be covered by walking.

[edit] By bike

Biking friendly town.

[edit] Weather

Mediterranean climate dominates the region where summers are long and hot and winters are warm and short.

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[edit] See

Located in the town center, the ruins of the Roman temple dedicated to "Jupiter" is a must see.

“Silifke Museum” (Archaeological Museum) is located on the highway to Antalya.

See the turquoise Göksu River and the Roman bridge over it.

[edit] Do

Visit Narlıkuyu which is an attractive village where you can eat fish and enjoy the seaside.

Go birdwatching in the nearby Göksu Delta where 106 species of birds of international importance are living.

If you happen to visit Silifke during the month of May, attend Silfke Yoghurt Festival and enjoy the folkloric activities.

[edit] Eat

The cuisine of Silifke is rich and tasty including breakfast of leaves of unleavened bread (bazlama) with a dry sour cottage cheese (çökelek) or meat. Most of the dishes are cooked with bulgur wheat. Silifke is most famous for its "yoghurt".

[edit] Drink

Enjoy Turkish tea or coffee by the beautiful waters of Göksu river.

[edit] Sleep

[edit] Budget

Arısan Hotel is located İnönü Bulvarı, No:89 and can be reached via phone number +90(324)714 3331.

GÖKSU OTELis in Göksu Mahallesi and its phone number is +90(324)712 1021.

[edit] Mid-Range

Mia Resort Pinepark Holiday Club Otel [1] is located in Yeşilovacık at a 4th km distance to Silifke. It can be reached via phone number +90(324)747 5518 or e-mail pinepark@miaresorts.com.

Mediterranean Resort Otel [2] has 12 suits and 46 standard rooms with the capacity of 150 beds and all of them have sea scene. It's located in Susanoğlu Mahallesi, Mersin Caddesi, No:189 and can be called at +90(324)722 2800.

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[edit] Work

The economy depends on agriculture, tourism and livestock. Silifke is also an industrial town with companies of beverages, chemicals, clothes, footwear, glass, plastics, pottery, and textiles. For foreigners a valid work permit is a must for legal purposes.

[edit] Learn

Mersin University Silifke Vocational School [3]is located in Yeni Mahalle Kayraktepe Mevkii and fur further information it can be called at +90(324)713 1522 or +90(324)713 0188.

[edit] Keep connected

[edit] Internet

Some of the hotels have internet access as well as internet cafes in the town center offering services for affordable fees.

[edit] Phone

Look for the metered phones. Phone for Silifke is +90(324).

[edit] Post

There are several branches of national post office (PTT) located around town. The main one in the center is located in Saray Mahallesi, Cavit Erden Caddesi, No:1 and can be reached via phone number +90(324)714 2329.

[edit] Safety

Silifke is a safe town but in case of emergency you can dial 155 or +90(324)714 1581 to reach the police.

[edit] Stay Healthy

Silifke Devlet Hastanesi (State hospital) is located Göksu Mahallesi, Atatürk Caddesi, No: 134 and can be reached via phone number +90(324)714 1159.

[edit] External links

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