Sumela Monastery
A Greek Orthodox monastery carved into a sheer cliff face at 1,200 metres in the Altindere Valley. An entry fee applies, but the dramatic setting and Byzantine frescoes make it one of Turkey's most remarkable sites.
Historic house in Trabzon
Ataturk Pavilion
A white hillside mansion where Ataturk stayed during visits to Trabzon, now a museum with original furnishings and sea views. A small entry fee and a peaceful spot above the city.
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More in Trabzon
Other places worth the walk, and what each one costs.
Trabzon Old Town
The historic core around the old bazaar and Ortahisar neighbourhood, with Ottoman mosques, the Hagia Sophia of Trabzon, and lively market streets. Free to explore on foot.
Working out what Trabzon costs?
The whole of Trabzon