23.06.2026 00:20
With a history of approximately 2,500 years, Ünye Castle, one of the most important historical structures of the Black Sea Region, has attracted great interest since it was reopened to visitors on June 3, 2025. The historic castle, which has hosted many civilizations from past to present, has hosted 750 thousand visitors in one year, taking its place among the favorite destinations of regional tourism. The rail system used to descend into the rock-hewn passage, which is unique in the world, has been the most striking part.
Carrying traces of the Pontic, Roman, Byzantine, Danishmend, Seljuk, and Ottoman periods, Ünye Castle draws attention with its natural structure, historical texture, and a tunnel carved into the rock.
MADE SUITABLE FOR TOURISM UNDERSTANDING
Visitors from different cities of Turkey and abroad have the opportunity to closely witness the unique atmosphere offered by this approximately 2,500-year-old structure. The castle has been made suitable for modern tourism understanding through restoration and environmental arrangement works.
A SYSTEM UNIQUE IN THE WORLD
Especially the descent via a rail system into the tunnel, which is thought to have been used for shelter and water supply in the past, is among the sections that attract the most attention from visitors. This system, which has no equivalent in the world, is highlighted among the castle's prominent features.
ALSO MAKES SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE DISTRICT ECONOMY
Offering a different experience to its visitors with its historical heritage and unique scenery, Ünye Castle also makes significant contributions to the district's economy and tourism. Welcoming more visitors each day, the castle continues to strengthen Ünye's brand value in cultural tourism.
Castle visitors, expressing their satisfaction with the historical atmosphere and the arrangements made, stated that Ünye Castle, one of the region's important heritages, is a destination worth seeing.