Kaya mezarları

Kaya mezarları (Rock Tombs) is a Hellenistic-period necropolis in Turkey featuring rock-cut tombs carved into cliff faces, typical of elite burial practices from 500 BC to 1 AD. These elaborate rock-cut chambers often include carved pillars, facades, and internal chambers reflecting wealthy burial customs of the era [1].

TypeNecropolis/tombs complex
Period500 BC - 1 AD
CountryTürkiye
Coordinates37.8209° N, 36.5625° E

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