Balatlar Church
Balatlar Kilisesi
The ruins of a Byzantine church built over a Roman bathhouse, where recent excavations have uncovered frescoes and mosaics, making it the most rewarding archaeological site in town.
Balatlar Church dates from around the 7th century and was built using the structure of a Roman-era bathhouse, with brick and stone vaults and remaining walls still standing. Excavations have been carried out continuously since 2009, uncovering Byzantine frescoes, mosaics, graves and coins, some of which have been preserved and displayed in situ. The site is usually viewed from behind the fence or from the walkways, and it is free or low cost, though opening arrangements change with the excavation season. It lies on the east side of the old town, about 10 minutes on foot from the Archaeological Museum.
Opening hours
Open during the day (hours adjust with the excavation season)
Nearby sights
- Sinop Ethnography Museum
- Sinop Harbour Promenade
- Sinop Archaeological Museum
- Sinop Castle
- Alaaddin Mosque
- Süleyman Pervane Madrasa
- Sinop Historical Fortress Prison
- Paşa Tabyası