Essay

Located in Dikili, above the Avara neighborhood, the area is home to an impressive burial complex that reflects the ancient burial traditions of the Western Black Sea. The complex was created by carving the bedrock and meticulously laying slate stones and contains a total of seven burial chambers. At the front of the tombs, there is a square front chamber; the chambers are covered with huge stone blocks and [...]

Ancient Burial Chamber

Ancient Tomb Located in Dikili, above the Avara neighborhood, the area is home to an impressive tomb complex that reflects the ancient burial traditions of the Western Black Sea region. The complex was created by carving the bedrock and meticulously laying slate stones and contains a total of seven burial chambers. At the front of the tombs, there is a square front chamber; the chambers are covered with huge stone [...].

Historic Yarbasi Stairs

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