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Ancient Roman tunnel draws attention to Turkey’s south
Ancient Roman tunnel draws attention to Turkey’s south
The Vespasianus Titus Tunnel, an archaic engineering marvel, has been accompanied by an influx of visitors. (Photos: Alamy)
Located in the Samandağ district of the southern province of Hatay, the Titus Tunnel is one of the most sublime remains of the Roman period, according to UNESCO.
The 2,000-year-old tunnel was built in a bid to protect the harbor near the ancient city of Seleuceia from the floodwaters coming from Musa Dağ (Mount Moses).
Even though the tunnel is named after the Roman Emperor Titus, its construction began during the reign of Vespasianus, the father of Titus, and continued for about a century, archeological studies have shown.
The tunnel is about 380 meters long, seven meters high and six meters wide. It embodies some rock-cut tombs in its frontage.
The archeological wonder is a must-see as it is one of the most pristine cultural heritages of Turkey.
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