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22 kilometers, Çukurova International Airport (COV)
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Take in Tarsus
Tour iconic sites, see the Tarsus Waterfall, and go shopping
Nestled in the city center, Wyndham Tarsus St. Paul provides an unparalleled location for exploring the best of this southern Turkey city. The birthplace of St. Paul, Tarsus is a pilgrimage site attracting religious devotees and history buffs with a fascinating past spanning 6,000 years. Visit St. Paul’s Well, said to have belonged to the Apostle himself when he lived there, and admire the Roman ruins of the Ancient Road—featuring advanced technology for the 1st century such as sewage pipes. Check out Cleopatra Gate, a Byzantine creation dedicated to the Egyptian Queen, or tour the 16th century Tarsus Grand Mosque. The roaring Tarsus Waterfall on the Berdan River offers viewing platforms and dining options—perfect for an afternoon adventure. Peruse the Kırkkaşık Bedesten (Bazaar of Forty Spoons) for scarves, jewelry, and other souvenirs or head to Tarsu mall for modern brands and a movie theater. You can also learn about the history of the city through the archaeological treasures displayed at the Tarsus Museum.