Aynalı Mağara
A Pontic rock-cut tomb about 3 km northeast of the city, named after its polished rock face, which once gleamed like a mirror. Remains of Byzantine-era murals survive inside.
The Aynalı Mağara, or Mirror Cave, is a standalone Pontic-period rock-cut tomb about 3 km northeast of central Amasya. The rock face in front was once polished smooth, like a mirror, hence the name. A Greek inscription is carved above the doorway. In the Byzantine period it was converted into a small chapel, and remnants of murals showing apostles and other figures survive inside the burial chamber. It sees few visitors. You can reach it by taxi, and a short flight of steps leads up to the tomb. Opening hours are irregular, so check with the visitor centre before setting out.
Opening hours
Open during the day (hours vary)
Nearby sights
- Büyük Ağa Madrasa
- Amasya Darüşşifa
- Yalıboyu Houses
- Amasya Castle (Harşena Castle)
- Tombs of the Pontic Kings
- Hazeranlar Mansion
- Burmalı Minare Mosque
- Sultan Bayezid II Mosque Complex