Mersin Silifke Chasm of Heaven and Hell Skip-the-Ticket-Line Ticket
Mersin Silifke Chasm of Heaven and Hell Skip-the-Ticket-Line Ticket
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Discover the Chasm of Heaven and Hell near Silifke, Mersin, where natural wonders meet ancient myths. Explore the Heaven Sinkhole's monastery and cave, and view the Hell Sinkhole from a glass terrace.

About this activity
Duration
Flexible
Highlights
  • Explore the remains of the Hellenistic-era temple near the Heaven Sinkhole, later converted into a church
  • Descend 450 steps into the Heaven Sinkhole to see an ancient cave and monastery dedicated to the Virgin Mary
  • View the Hell Sinkhole from a glass terrace, connected to the myth of Zeus and the monster Typhon
  • Indulge in local delicacies like buttermilk, "sıkma" flatbreads, and unique breakfasts with citrus or fig jams
Description
The Chasm of Heaven and Hell, located near Silifke, Mersin, are two remarkable sinkholes shaped over millennia by collapsing limestone layers. Heaven Sinkhole is accessible via a 450-step stone staircase leading to an ancient 5th-century monastery adorned with frescoes of Jesus and his apostles. The journey continues into a cave where the sound of an underground river enhances the mystical atmosphere. For convenience, an elevator offers an alternative descent. The nearby Hell Sinkhole, while ...

The Chasm of Heaven and Hell, located near Silifke, Mersin, are two remarkable sinkholes shaped over millennia by collapsing limestone layers. Heaven Sinkhole is accessible via a 450-step stone staircase leading to an ancient 5th-century monastery adorned with frescoes of Jesus and his apostles. The journey continues into a cave where the sound of an underground river enhances the mystical atmosphere. For convenience, an elevator offers an alternative descent. The nearby Hell Sinkhole, while not accessible, can be viewed from a glass terrace. Steeped in Greek mythology, it is said to have temporarily imprisoned Typhon under Zeus's command. Combining natural beauty, history, and legend, these sinkholes are an unmissable experience.

Includes
  • Entrance ticket to the Heaven and Hell Sinkholes

 

 

Excludes
  • Hotel Transfer

 

 

How It Works

Opening Hours: 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM daily
Location: Silifke, Mersin, Turkey
Ticket Purchase:

  • Next-Day Purchase: Tickets will be sent by early morning for next-day visits.
  • Future Date Purchase: Tickets for future dates will be delivered the day before your scheduled visit.
  • Your tickets are valid throughout the opening hours.
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