A 1st-century BC hierotheseion where 10-metre tall seated statues of gods guard the tumulus of King Antiochus I at 2;134 metres elevation; the colossal stone heads; severed by earthquakes; now sit on the gravel terraces; reach the Eastern Terrace an hour before dawn to witness the sunrise ignite the limestone features into a deep orange; the air is thin; biting; and perfectly still against the backdrop of the Taurus Mountains.
About Mount Nemrut
A 1st-century BC hierotheseion where 10-metre tall seated statues of gods guard the tumulus of King Antiochus I at 2;134 metres elevation; the colossal stone heads; severed by earthquakes; now sit on the gravel terraces; reach the Eastern Terrace an hour before dawn to witness the sunrise ignite the limestone features into a deep orange; the air is thin; biting; and perfectly still against the backdrop of the Taurus Mountains.
Mount Nemrut, Turkey
Mount Nemrut, Turkey
Mount Nemrut, Turkey
Mount Nemrut, Turkey
Mount Nemrut, Turkey
Mount Nemrut, Turkey
Why Visit
Mount Nemrut is one of Turkey's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Mount Nemrut is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Turkey.
