Arsameia Cult Center

You will find another precious piece of heritage from the Commagene Kingdom on the slopes of the Taurus
Mountains, just below the road to Mount Nemrut tumulus and opposite the Old Kahta Castle.

Highlights of your visit:

-The summer residence of Commagene kings
-The most important cult center of the Kingdom of Commagene
-The ever-resting place of King Mithridates I, father of the great Commagene king Antiochus I
-Ancient ceremonial road leading up the mountain
-Dexiosis (handshake scenes) of Commagene Kings with the ancient gods depicted on stone reliefs
-The largest Greek inscription ever found in Anatolia
-Brand new Visitor Center