Behramkale Village
Behramkale Köyü
A village of volcanic-stone houses on the acropolis slope, with stone-paved lanes, a 14th-century mosque, an Ottoman bridge and women's handicraft stalls.
Behramkale is the village that occupies the site of ancient Assos. Most of its houses are built from grey andesite and it is a protected heritage village. Along the path up to the acropolis, village women sell hand-woven textiles, olive oil soap and herbs, and small cafés offer views over the bay. Next to the acropolis entrance, the Hüdavendigar Mosque was built in the 14th century under Murad I, and it is a leading example of early Ottoman mosque architecture. North of the village, an Ottoman stone-arched bridge from the same period crosses the Tuzla River. Visitors can stay in stone-house guesthouses in the village, and a stroll is most pleasant in the evening when the crowds have thinned.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Temple of Athena, Assos
- Assos Ancient City (Theatre & Walls)
- Assos Harbour (İskele)
- Kadırga Bay
- Yeşilyurt Village
- Apollo Smintheion
- Adatepe Olive Oil Museum
- Babakale Castle & Cape Baba