Five Gates Castle

Historical Five Doors Castle

Five Doors Castle is located in the city center of Foça and was built by Michel Paleoloc in 1275 and left to the Genoese Zacharna. The castle was repaired over time by the Genoese. The 5 gates at the front of the castle give its name to the castle.

Five Doors Castle, which was used as a boathouse in the past, is now used as an open-air theatre. This castle, which you should definitely add to your plan of places to visit in Foça, will also enchant you with its view. According to the inscription at the entrance of Beş Kapılar Castle, the tower was repaired between 1538 and 1539 during the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent. At the same time, restorations were made to the castle during the reign of Mehmet the Conqueror. The ancient artifacts found in the castle are also among the beauties to be seen.

Located in the city center, Beş Kapılar Castle makes transportation very easy thanks to its location.