Cilicia Collection

Adana, Turkey - The Bridge
Adana, capital of Adana Province in south east Turkey. The ancient Antioch on the Sarus. One of the largest cities in Turkey - the gateway to the Cilician Plain

Frederick I (Barbarossa) c1123-1190 Holy Roman emperor from 1152. Death of Barbarossa who drowned trying to cross River
533144 Frederick I (Barbarossa) c1123-1190 Holy Roman emperor from 1152. Death of Barbarossa who drowned trying to cross River Saleph in Cilicia

Tarsus in Cilicia, the birthplace of the Apostle Paul (b / w photo)
6013443 Tarsus in Cilicia, the birthplace of the Apostle Paul (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tarsus in Cilicia)

Ruins of Soli, or Pompeiopolis, Asia Minor, 1837 (engraving)
981316 Ruins of Soli, or Pompeiopolis, Asia Minor, 1837 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruins of Soli, or Pompeiopolis, Asia Minor, 1837)

Cronus (engraving)
3635214 Cronus (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cronus. Illustration for Illustrations of School Classics arranged and described by G F Hill (Macmillan)

Death of the Roman Emperor Trajan, 117 (chromolitho)
973920 Death of the Roman Emperor Trajan, 117 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of the Roman Emperor Trajan, 117)

Tarsus, A City in Cilicia (engraving)
978261 Tarsus, A City in Cilicia (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tarsus, A City in Cilicia.); © Look and Learn

The death of Friedrich I in Calycadnus (Goksu), River of Cilicia. Date: June 1190

Cleopatras Arrival in Cilicia, 1821. Artist: William Etty
Cleopatras Arrival in Cilicia, 1821. Painting housed at the Lady Lever Gallery, Liverpool. From The Studio Volume 85. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1923]

Tarsus, Turkey, 1841. Artist: James Carter
Tarsus, Turkey, 1841. From Syria, the Holy land and Asia Minor, volume I, by John Carne, published by Fisher, Son & Co. (London, 1841)

Map of Asia Minor (Turkey) - in antiquity - pre-Ottoman Empire. Date: 1804

Map Cilicia Cyprus Cilicia Cyprus title object
Map of Cilicia and Cyprus Cilicia and Cyprus (title on object), Print top right marked: Pag: 353, maps of separate countries or regions, Cilicia, Cyprus, Jan Luyken, 1692, paper, etching

Man from Adana - Ancient coastal region of Cilicia
Man from Adana, Turkey - Ancient coastal region of Cilicia. Date: circa 1910s

Adana, Turkey - The Bazaar
Adana, capital of Adana Province in south east Turkey. The ancient Antioch on the Sarus. One of the largest cities in Turkey - the gateway to the Cilician Plain

Tarsus, Turkey - Gate of St. Paul
The Gate of St Paul - Tarsus, Turkey. A city in Mersin Province, near to the city of Adana. With a history going back over 9, 000 years Tarsus has long been an important stop for traders

Sile, Istanbul, Turkey - Military Compound (2/2). Date: 1920

Gaius Coelius Caldus
GAIUS COELIUS CALDUS Roman official : quaestor under Cicero in Cilicia, Praetor in Spain, governor in Gaul. Date: CIRCA 107 BCE

Aratus of Cilicia
ARATUS OF CILICIA (a country in Asia Minor) Astronomer and poet Date: flourished 272 BC

FREDERICK I (1123?-1190). Known as Frederick Barbarossa. Holy Roman Emperor, 1152-1190. The death by drowning of Frederick in the Calycadnus (or Saleph) River in Cilicia, 10 June 1190. Drawing by H

Franco-Turkish War - Evacuation of Sile in June, 1920
Turkey - Black Sea Coast - Evacuation of the French population Sile - 17th June 1920, during the Franco-Turkish War. Known as the Cilicia Campaign

Tchete - Turkish Peasant from Cilicia, Syria
A Tchete - Turkish Peasant brigand from Cilicia photographed in Syria (very close by) Date: circa 1910s

Soli, Mersin, Turkey - Ancient Columns - The Ruined city of Solipolis or Pompeipolis. The word solecism is derived from Soli

Frederick I (Barbarossa) c1123-1190 Holy Roman emperor from 1152. Death of Barbarossa who drowned trying to cross River Saleph in Cilicia

Alexander The Great (356-323BC) The Battle of Alexander, depicting defeat by Alexander of the forces of Persian king Darius III at Issus in Cilicia 333 BC

Friedrich 1 Drowns
The emperor FRIEDRICH I, participating in the Third Crusade, is drowned while attempting to cross the Saleph River in Cilicia (in present- day Turkey) Date: 1190

PANC2A-00038
Cleopatra receiving Marc Antony in ancient Egypt. Hand colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Cilicia - Adana - Turkish Beggar ( Sofou )
Sofou, a Turkish beggar from Adana, Cilicia, Turkey

Adana, Turkey - Caravan of Camels
Adana, capital of Adana Province in south east Turkey. The ancient Antioch on the Sarus. One of the largest cities in Turkey - the gateway to the Cilician Plane

Turkey - Djihan (Cilicia)
Turkey - Djihan (Silesia) - the Town Square and neighbourhood. The Djihan is a river and it falls on the border between Turkey and Syria; dominated by the French

Mersin - French Troops
French troops debarking (December 1918) at Mersin in order to occupy Cilicia. A large city and a busy port on the Mediterranean coast of southern Turkey and is the capital of the Mersin Province

MOPSUS, Greek soothsayer of Apollo who defeated his rival Calchas in a trial of skill, later became king of Mallus in Cilicia, and died fighting Amphilocus

Bananas on the Cilician coast, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Anamur Castle, Cilicia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Exterior of Mamure Castle, Anamur, Cilicia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor

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Cilicia, a land steeped in history and rich with cultural heritage, holds countless tales waiting to be discovered. Located in Adana, Turkey, this ancient coastal region has witnessed the rise and fall of civilizations throughout the ages. The city of Tarsus stands as a testament to Cilicia's significance, and is not only known for being the birthplace of the Apostle Paul but also for its remarkable ruins that echo stories from centuries past. The ruins of Soli, also known as Pompeiopolis, transport visitors back to Asia Minor in 1837 through an enchanting engraving. Delving deeper into history reveals intriguing figures such as Cronus and Emperor Trajan. Their legacies are immortalized through engravings depicting their lives and deaths. Meanwhile, Friedrich I met his demise on the banks of Calycadnus (Goksu) River in Cilicia during June 1190—an event forever etched into history. Even Cleopatra herself graced Cilicia with her presence in 1821—a moment captured by artist William Etty's brushstrokes. And James Carter's artwork transports us to Tarsus in Turkey during 1841—offering a glimpse into life within this captivating city. As we explore further, we stumble upon Sile—a military compound nestled within Istanbul's borders. This juxtaposition between ancient ruins and modern structures showcases how Cilicia seamlessly blends tradition with progress. Finally, Gaius Coelius Caldus emerges as another notable figure associated with Cilicia—a name that adds depth to our understanding of this fascinating region. In essence, Cilicia serves as a bridge connecting past and present—where legends come alive amidst breathtaking landscapes and architectural wonders. Its allure lies not only in its historical significance but also in its ability to captivate hearts with every step taken on its sacred soil.