Satala Ancient City

Located near Sadak Village in Kelkit district, Satala was one of the military settlements on the eastern frontier of the Roman Empire. The site features remains from different periods, including funerary stelae, a bathhouse, an aqueduct and traces of fortifications, making it one of Gümüşhane’s leading archaeology-focused destinations.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Why Visit Satala Ancient City?

Here are the key highlights and practical information to help you plan this stop.

01A military settlement connected to the Roman frontier system

02Bathhouse, aqueduct and fortification remains

03Archaeological landscape around Sadak Village

VISIT PLAN

What to Know Before You Go

↗Getting ThereThe site can be reached by road from Kelkit town center in the direction of Sadak Village; the ancient site is located around the village.

◎Route TypeCultural Tourism · Ancient City

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LocationSadak Village, Kelkit / Gümüşhane

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EXPAND YOUR ROUTECombine your visit to Satala Ancient City with Karaca Cave / Santa Ruins in the same itinerary.

This guide was independently prepared for Left Lane Star Travel using information from Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism – Türkiye Culture Portal. Opening hours, admission conditions and seasonal access may change; check the official source before travelling.Open Official Source ↗

Guide data last updated: 30.08.2026

Travel note: Opening hours, road conditions, fees and seasonal access may change. Check current official notices before departure.

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