It is possible to have a pleasant start to your Black Sea trip by purchasing a flight ticket to Kastamonu. Kastamonu is located in a location surrounded by Küre Mountains and Ilgaz Mountains. Due to its coastline, Kastamonu is frequently visited by both local and foreign tourists.

People who buy a flight ticket to Kastamonu can enjoy exploring a city that they can visit both in summer and winter. The effects of both the Black Sea climate and the continental climate are seen in Kastamonu. For this reason, people who want to visit the city can enjoy winter sports in the winter months and have a pleasant time in the plateaus in the summer months.

It is possible to explore this city, which stands out with its natural beauties, by purchasing a round-trip ticket to Kastamonu. In addition to its natural beauties, its historical beauties and spiritual values have made Kastamonu a city worth seeing.

People who buy a round-trip flight ticket to Kastamonu can visit the ancient cities, museums and national parks in the city. People who visit the city by purchasing a flight ticket can visit Kastamonu Airport in the city. Since Kastamonu Airport is located 13 kilometers away from the city center, transportation from the airport to the city center is easy.

Places to Visit in Kastamonu

Kastamonu Castle

People who purchase Kastamonu flight tickets can start their trip with Kastamonu Castle in the city. Kastamonu Castle is located on a 100-meter hill and is a frequent destination for people who want to watch the Kastamonu city view. It is known that this castle was built in the 12th century and the castle has managed to survive until today. By visiting Kastamonu Castle, it is possible to witness the city view closely and examine the architecture of this castle, which was built many years ago. Since Kastamonu Castle was used for many years to prevent the siege of the city, it hosts many corridors and corridors to allow food to be taken inside.

Evkaya Tombs

Evkaya Tombs are another historical structure that should be seen during your Kastamonu trip. These tombs were built by carving rocks. Although there is no clear information about the date the tombs were built, it is estimated that they were built in the 7th century BC. People who want to visit these tombs can choose 3 different main entrances. There are 8 rock tombs in the area called Evkaya Tombs. Following various works carried out in 2002, the graves were brought to a position that can be visited by tourists.

Nasurullah Mosque and Fountain

Nasurullah Mosque and Fountain are among the important structures to be seen during your Kastamonu trip. This mosque is very important because it is the first structure built after the city came under the rule of the Ottoman Empire. It is known that the mosque was built in 1,506 and 3 domes were added to the mosque 240 years later. Thanks to the 3 domes added to the mosque in 1746, the total number of domes in the mosque became 9. People who visit the mosque can have the chance to examine the architectural structure of the mosque closely. It is also possible to witness many works of calligraphy in the mosque. Nasurullah Mosque and Fountain are among the tourist attractions preferred by people visiting the city, due to a rumor it has. According to a rumor, people who drink water from the fountain in the mosque will definitely return to Kastamonu. As this rumor began to spread in the city, people visiting the city started to visit the mosque and drink water from its fountain.

Clock Tower

Another important structure that people who visit Kastamon should see is the Clock Tower. Located in the city center of Kastamonu, this clock tower attracts attention because it bears the architectural features of the Ottoman Empire. This castle, which has a height of 13 meters, is frequently visited due to its rumor. According to the narration, it is known that the clock was previously located in Sarayburnu, but the gong on the clock rang at the wrong time and made the sultan angry. This clock, which made the sultan angry, was exiled to Kastamonu and a clock was installed in the place there. People who visit the Clock Tower can also watch the Kastamonu city view.

Liva Pasha Mansion Ethnography Museum

Liva Pasha Mansion Ethnography Museum may be the first address for people who want to visit the museums in the city. It is known that the building that hosts the museum was built by Sadık Pasha, who lived in the city between 1879 and 1881. The building where the museum is located has 4 floors. The building built by Sadık Pasha is used as a museum today. On the bottom floor of the 4-storey building, there is an area where photographs that allow us to witness history are exhibited. While ethnic products are displayed on the second floor of the mansion, there are reenactment rooms on the third floor to learn about past experiences. People who visit this museum can see both the important ethnic groups of Kastamonu. They can examine the products and witness how life was lived in the city in the past.

Kastamonu Archeology Museum

Kastamonu Archeology Museum started to serve as a museum in 1951. Due to the works it has, this museum is one of the most important museums in Turkey and more than 50 thousand historical works are exhibited. Since there are many artifacts in the museum, the museum is divided into 3 different sections. While stone works are exhibited in one of these sections, works belonging to Mustafa Kemal are exhibited in the other section. In the last section of Kastamonu Archeology Museum, historical artifacts obtained in Kastamonu over the years are exhibited. Since Hittites lived in Kastamonu for many years, historical artifacts and products such as pottery belonging to the Hittites are also exhibited in this section of the museum. Since entrance to the museum is free, visitors to this museum can closely witness the Hittite period and see structures that are important for world archaeology.