Rize Kalesi
Rize Kalesi
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Brun066
Florence, Italy13,850 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
The castle of Rize, in its oldest nucleus - and highest in altitude - is estimated to date back to the time of Emperor Justinian, therefore to the 6th century AD.
However, very little remains of the original appearance. To the common visitor (like we were), the top floor delimited by the walls, arranged as a garden and equipped with bars and other venues, is visible above all.
The most striking feature of the castle is its panoramic site, which allows gorgeous views over the entire city and its gulf.
However, very little remains of the original appearance. To the common visitor (like we were), the top floor delimited by the walls, arranged as a garden and equipped with bars and other venues, is visible above all.
The most striking feature of the castle is its panoramic site, which allows gorgeous views over the entire city and its gulf.
Written 7 October 2023
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Nichola C
Mugla, Türkiye483 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
It's possible to easily walk from the town centre to the castle. It's a little steep in places. A taxi wouldn't be expensive it's so close.
There are nice views over Rize and the sea on the right, and on the left you can see tea plantations on the slopes. No patch of ground is unharvested wherever you go: sweet corn and tea plants are everywhere.
The Belediye have really excelled themselves with plenty of facilities for those seeking refreshments. It's very well cared for.
There is no entrance fee.
There are nice views over Rize and the sea on the right, and on the left you can see tea plantations on the slopes. No patch of ground is unharvested wherever you go: sweet corn and tea plants are everywhere.
The Belediye have really excelled themselves with plenty of facilities for those seeking refreshments. It's very well cared for.
There is no entrance fee.
Written 23 July 2016
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AAR2013
Malmö, Sweden79 contributions
Aug 2019
it is a very nice place to visit with family to enjoy turkish custom food and tea and enjoy the seen from highland
Written 30 August 2019
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EmilyRoseUK
Istanbul, Türkiye136 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
I took a turquoise dolmus up the hill for 2.5 lira and enjoyed some brunch and tea, enjoying the stunning view of the city and sea.
Written 25 April 2019
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Dirk W
Alexandra Headland, Australia10,143 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
There's nothing much left of the fortifications, and it's certainly not the main attraction. It is all about the view, overlooking the Black Sea and Rize. There's also a memorial tomb on top.
Written 20 November 2023
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Mamdouh S
Cairo, Egypt61 contributions
Jul 2021
Nothing to be seen here, so dont waste your time, only a coffee shop overlooking the city. we spent 5 minutes only
Written 28 August 2021
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doofvfood (with botak ahjussi)
World5,851 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
The castle is perched on a hill with really good views of the coastline & surrounding area. You cut through the foyer of the mosque to get to it. Weather wasn't great when we visited as it was overcast. There is a nice tea garden which seems popular. Definitely worth visiting when in Rize!
Written 15 April 2019
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Nerangel
Trabzon, Türkiye30 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
The place is clean, there are place for sitting and annoying drink and beverage from the cafe. Also easy to access from the city
Written 29 September 2018
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Christin H
Koege, Denmark159 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
The castle,which was built by the Genoese, is located at the top of a steep hill, wth few parking facilities. It has recently been restored and the parts available to visitors are used as a restaurant. The view from the ramparts is very impressive. The lower sections of the castle are still being renovated and cannot be visited.
Written 20 September 2018
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Mohammed I
Amwaj Islands, Bahrain382 contributions
Aug 2017
Little left from the castle structure but part of the area is being turned to a cafe which is located at an elevated location. It provides a panoramic beautiful view of the Rize City.
Written 4 July 2018
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