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8 places to visit in the Düziçi district of Osmaniye: Harun Reşit Castle, Haruniye Hot Springs and Mount Düldül. Plan your trip to Düziçi with local food, practical tips and transport information.

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History

Today’s Düziçi was first founded in the 8th century by Faraç Bey, frontier lord of Abbasid Caliph Harun Reşit, who built a castle in the area and declared it a settlement. In 797, Turkish settlers from Khorasan were settled here, and the town was then called Şuguru Saimiye.

Geography

Düziçi is a district of 595 km², with an average elevation of 389 metres above sea level. It lies on the edge of the Düziçi Plain and is surrounded by mountains.

Climate and Vegetation

According to the Köppen climate classification, Düziçi has a Mediterranean climate, with very hot, dry summers and mild winters. The natural vegetation is maquis. Above 700–800 metres there are forests of pine and broadleaf trees.

Economy

The district produces wheat, maize, olives, peanuts, barley, oats, vetch, cotton, tobacco, sunflowers, pomegranates and citrus.

History and Culture

The historical origins of Düziçi have not been fully clarified. Harun Reşit Castle was built in 799 by Faraç Bey, frontier lord of Abbasid Caliph Harun Reşit, to protect the region and the strategic roads passing through it. The castle was restored by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism in 2011 and opened to visitors. The historic Anatolia–Syria trade route passes near Düziçi and its surroundings.

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Places to Visit in Düziçi

  • 2 Historic
  • 2 Ancient City
  • 3 Nature
  • 1 Attraction

Historic Sites 2

Historic

Taş Köprü (Stone Bridge)

A historic bridge over the Sabun River, 4 km from the district centre. It was commissioned by Mehmet Bey of the Fettahoğulları family, one of the district's leading families.

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Historic

Böcekli Village Caves

Caves in Böcekli village, believed to date from the Neolithic period.

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Ancient Cities 2

Ancient City

Harun Reşit Castle

Located in Kurtbeyoğlu Quarter, 3 km north-east of Düziçi district centre. The castle was built in 799 by Faraç Bey to protect important trade routes in the region.

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Ancient City

Domuztepe Ruins (Çerçioğlu Village)

Remains in Çerçioğlu village, counted among the historic remains uncovered by excavations around the district.

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Natural Wonders 3

Mount Düldül - Düziçi Photo: Zeynel Cebeci (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Source
Nature

Mount Düldül

At 2,448 metres, it is the highest peak of the Amanos Mountains and lies in Düziçi. A cable car is being built up the mountain.

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Nature

Amanos Mountains

Lying to the east of the district, they form a major mountain system that shapes the district's geography.

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Nature

Karasu Waterfall

A waterfall about 10 metres high, located on the Sabun River at the foot of Mount Düldül, 7 km from the district centre.

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Attractions 1

Attraction

Haruniye Hot Springs

Located in Kuşçu village, 15 km north of Düziçi, at the foot of Mount Düldül. The thermal water contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium and bicarbonate.

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Places to Visit Around Osmaniye Province

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While you are in Düziçi, you can also see the highlights of Osmaniye province. These places are in other districts.

  • Karatepe-Aslantaş Open-Air Museum — A fortress city founded in the 8th century BC by the Late Hittite ruler Azatiwada, in the village of Kızyusuflu in Kadirli; it is famous for the lion and sphinx statues at its gates, its reliefs and the Phoenician–Luwian bilingual inscriptions that made it possible to decipher Hittite hieroglyphs.
  • Kastabala (Hierapolis) Ancient City — A Roman city on the bank of the Ceyhan River, near the village of Kırmıtlı in the central district of Osmaniye; it is known for its colonnaded street, theatre, bath and the medieval castle on the hilltop.
  • Toprakkale Castle — A medieval castle at Toprakkale overlooking the Ceyhan plain and the roads linking Anatolia with Syria.
  • Hemite (Amouda) Castle — A castle at Düziçi that rose to importance under the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia and in the 13th century was the headquarters of the Teutonic Knights in the region.
  • Zorkun Plateau — One of the three oldest highland pastures of Çukurova, in the Amanos Mountains south-east of Osmaniye; with its pine forests and cool air, it is a summer refuge for city dwellers.
  • Aslantaş Dam Lake — A reservoir on the Ceyhan River, stretching along the foot of Karatepe; its surroundings are suitable for picnics and nature walks.

Practical Information for Visiting Düziçi

Suggested time
1 day
Best time to visit
Spring and autumn
Places to visit
8 places

What to Eat in Düziçi

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  • Düziçi Kebabı

    Prepared by grilling lamb on skewers. This dish holds an important place at the tables of local people and is made with traditional recipes. Prepared by local people on special occasions, it is a symbol of hospitality.

  • Tırşik Çorbası (sour wheat and yoghurt soup)

    A sour soup made with wheat, yoghurt and local herbs. Prepared from recipes passed down through generations, this dish is an important part of the region's culinary culture. Prepared by local people on special occasions, it is a symbol of hospitality.

  • Tandır Ekmeği (clay-oven bread)

    Thick bread baked in traditional tandır ovens. Made with local ingredients, this dish reflects the region's gastronomic richness. The meat's flavour is given a unique aroma as it absorbs the earthy scent of the tandır.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Düziçi

  • Haruniye History

    Düziçi's former name was Haruniye, which is attributed to the Abbasid Caliph Harun Reşid. Throughout history the district has been an important crossing point.

  • Amanos Culture

    Communities living on the slopes of the Amanos Mountains maintain mountain culture and traditional ways of life.

Local Products

  • Düziçi Yer Fıstığı (Düziçi peanuts) — Peanuts grown in the district are Osmaniye's geographically indicated product.
  • Düziçi Olive Oil — Olive oil obtained from olives grown on the slopes of the Amanos Mountains.

Economy

Düziçi's economy is based on agriculture. Peanuts, cotton and citrus are the main agricultural products. Olive growing and livestock farming are also sources of livelihood.

How to Get to Düziçi

It is 30 km from Osmaniye. It is 130 km from Adana Airport.

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Düziçi: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the places to see in Düziçi?

The 8 highlighted places in Düziçi are: Harun Reşit Castle, Haruniye Hot Springs, Mount Düldül, Amanos Mountains, Karasu Waterfall, Taş Köprü, Domuztepe Ruins (Çerçioğlu Village) and Böcekli Village Caves.

What is there to eat in Düziçi?

Düziçi Kebabı, Tırşik Çorbası and Tandır Ekmeği are the standout flavours on Düziçi's tables.

What is Düziçi famous for?

Düziçi is known for Düziçi Peanuts and Haruniye History. Peanuts grown in the district are Osmaniye's geographically indicated product.

How do I get to Düziçi?

It is 30 km from Osmaniye. It is 130 km from Adana Airport.

How much time should I set aside for a visit to Düziçi?

Suggested visit length: 1 day. Best time to visit: spring and autumn.

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