🏛️ Tyana-Caesarea Mazaka
Ancient Cappadocian city and Roman provincial center in central Turkey
📌 Fast Facts
- Location: Kemerhisar village, Niğde Province, central Anatolia
- Roman period: Became capital of the province of Cappadocia under Roman rule
- Archaeological status: Partially excavated; scattered ruins visible on site
- Access: Open-air archaeological zone; minimal visitor infrastructure
Tyana-Caesarea Mazaka was a major city in ancient Cappadocia, located in what is now central Turkey. The site served as a strategic and administrative hub during the Roman period, particularly after it was designated as the provincial capital. Today, the archaeological remains lie near the modern village of Kemerhisar and are accessible as an open-air site with limited development ...