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Things to see in Kilis (Turkey): 8 places and when to go
Kilis is a town in Turkey with around 82,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 8 places in and around it, mainly Nature (5), Mountains (5), History (3). The best known are Cyrrhus, Oylum, Kilis and Acardağ. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 30. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 36.7204, 37.12
- Population
- About 82,000
- Places
- 8 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- ESB Ankara, 523 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Acardağ, at 1,015 m.
What to see in Kilis
The places in and around Kilis, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- CyrrhusArchaeological site and ancient city in modern Syria15 km
- Oylum, KilisArcheological site in Turkey5.7 km
- AcardağMountain in Turkey6.2 km
- CeylanSyrian mountain13 km
- Dümbüllü DağıMountain in Turkey15 km
- Hayberi DağıMountain in Turkey15 km
- Ravendel castleCastle, fortress in Polateli District18 km
- Sakarkaya TepesiMountain in Syria11 km
When to go to Kilis
The best time to visit Kilis is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:45
- FebPossible10:39
- MarPossible11:43
- AprBest time12:57
- MayBest time13:58
- JunBest time14:30
- JulPossible14:17
- AugPossible13:24
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:02
- NovPossible10:00
- DecPossible9:30
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 30. In April, 8 of the 8 places are at their best.
When to go to Turkey in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kilis
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB, Ankara), 523 km as the crow flies. How to get around Turkey (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Turkey, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kilis?
The best known: Cyrrhus, Oylum, Kilis, Acardağ, Ceylan, Dümbüllü Dağı. In all, 8 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kilis?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 30.
How do you get to Kilis?
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), 523 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kilis as the destination and these 8 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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