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Sep 26, 2017 · Tarsus, a historic city part of the Mersin province, has a story that goes back around 6,000 years. Most notably, Tarsus is where Mark Antony and Cleopatra met for the first time, as well as being the supposed birthplace of Paul the Apostle. Former capital of the Roman province of Cilicia, Tarsus has a lot to discover.
Tarsus Museum is an archaeology and ethnography museum in Tarsus, Mersin Province, in southern Turkey. The present location of the museum is in the city's cultural complex known as "75th Anniversary Culture Complex".
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Saint Paul was a resident of Tarsus. He was born and lived in Tarsus as a Jew named Saul and, after converting, made a number of missionary journeys ending in his arrest and beheading by the Roman Emperor Nero in AD 64 or 67 on the 29th of June. [citation needed] After Paul's death, Tarsus continued as an important city of the area.
Mersin ( pronounced [ˈmæɾsin]) is a large city and port on the Mediterranean coast of southern Turkey. It is the provincial capital of the Mersin Province (formerly İçel). It is made up of four district governorates, each having its own municipality: Akdeniz, Mezitli, Toroslar and Yenişehir .
Oct 26, 2018 · Tarsus is an ancient town in Mersin that has seen a lot of wars, many civilizations and of course some of the most legendary love stories during its 6000 years old (known) history! It is also one of the towns that have kept their name untouched for centuries. The town's name comes from a pagan god, "Tarku from the Hittites". This spectacular town hosted some of the most important civilisations ...
Tarsus. Tarsus, the jewel of the Mediterranean, is a destination brimming with historical and cultural richness. Known as the birthplace of Saint Paul, this ancient city stands out with its historical structures, magnificent natural beauty, and delicious local cuisine, offering visitors unforgettable experiences.
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