About Nicopolis (Cilicia)
Nicopolis or Nikopolis (Ancient Greek: Νικόπολις, "city of victory") was an inland town in the extreme east of ancient Cilicia, inhabited during Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine times. It was founded near the site of the Battle of Issus, and is mentioned by numerous ancient writers.
Its site is located near İslahiye in Asiatic Turkey.
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Location and Access
Nicopolis (Cilicia) is located in İslahiye district, Gaziantep. Coordinates are 37.02716, 36.63339. You can get directions from the map below. You can request a licensed local guide for Gaziantep.
Places to Visit Near Nicopolis (Cilicia)
Religious Sites
Derviş Pasha Mosque
Nature & Outdoors
Historical Places
Göllühöyük
Nature & Outdoors
Nature & Outdoors
Historical Places
Tilmen Höyük
Nature & Outdoors
Nature & Outdoors
Historical Places in Gaziantep
Historical Places
Rumkale
Historical Places
Zeugma
Historical Places
Turbessel
Historical Places
Karkemish
Historical Places
Gaziantep Castle
Historical Places
Zincirli Höyük
Historical Places
Yesemek Quarry and Sculpture Workshop
Historical Places
Doliche
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Facts
- Province Gaziantep
- District İslahiye
- Category Historical Places
- Coordinates 37.02716, 36.63339
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