Kanuni Park

Trabzon


One of Trabzon's most charming corners, this little park falls within the fortress walls of Ortahısar. It is ringed by fine old buildings including a cultural centre, literary museum, a mosque that was once a church and a statue of Sultan Selim on a rearing horse.

The culture centre's cafe serves tea in the gardens for just ₺1.


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1. Ortahisar Fatih Büyük Camii

0.03 MILES

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2. Zaǧnos Bridge

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3. Ortahisar Tarih Museum

0.12 MILES

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4. Tabakhane Köprüsü

0.17 MILES

Crossing the 'Tannery Bridge' from Trabzon's main commercial centre, allows you a first glimpse of the once massive walls of the Ottoman citadel.

5. Gülbahar Hatun Camii

0.17 MILES

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6. Tabakhane Camii

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8. Çarşı Camii

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