Historical and Natural Beauties to Visit in Kartepe: Escape Route Close to Istanbul

Kartepe is a region of Izmit district and draws attention with its historical background. There are many historical ruins in the region. Here are the historical places to visit in Kartepe:

Kartepe Castle: It is the remains of a Byzantine castle. The castle combines with the natural beauties of Kartepe and offers a magnificent view.

Sırrıpaşa Mansion: The restoration of the mansion, which belongs to the Ottoman period, has been completed and it has been turned into a museum. Artifacts from the Ottoman period are exhibited in the mansion.

Martyrs' Monument: It is located on Kuzu Plateau, the highest peak of Kartepe. The monument was built to commemorate our soldiers who were martyred in the War of Independence.

Germiyan Bridge: The bridge, which belongs to the Ottoman period, is among the natural beauties of Kartepe.

In addition to the historical places to visit in Kartepe, the natural beauties of the region are also quite impressive. Here are the natural beauties that can be visited in Kartepe:

Kartepe Ski Center: A frequent destination for ski lovers in winter, Kartepe Ski Center also draws attention with its magnificent view.

Sapanca Lake: Kartepe's location close to Sapanca Lake offers visitors many opportunities for water sports as well as natural beauties.

Maşukiye: Maşukiye, which is among the natural beauties of Kartepe, is an ideal place for nature walks and picnics.