{"id":13422,"date":"2025-02-10T09:32:23","date_gmt":"2025-02-10T06:32:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/?p=13422"},"modified":"2025-02-26T01:34:14","modified_gmt":"2025-02-25T22:34:14","slug":"kuskayasi-road-monument-on-the-ancient-road-to-bartin-amasra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/kuskayasi-yol-aniti-bartin-amasra-antik-yolu-uzerinde\/","title":{"rendered":"Ku\u015fkayas\u0131 Road Monument (On Bart\u0131n-Amasra Antique Road)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"378\">A Brief Look at the Bird Rock Road Monument<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"742\">\n<li data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"472\"><strong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"391\">Location:<\/strong> It is located approximately 4 kilometers along the old road before reaching Amasra.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"539\"><strong data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"492\">Historical Period:<\/strong> Roman Empire (period AD 41-54).<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"638\"><strong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"551\">Aim:<\/strong> It was designed as a resting and hydrating point for Roman soldiers.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"742\"><strong data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"653\">Feature:<\/strong> There are human and eagle figures carved into the rock, as well as two separate inscriptions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"915\">\n<p data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"915\"><strong data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"754\">Note:<\/strong> Although today the new tunnel road construction has divided part of this old road, <strong data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"860\">Amasra Travel minibuses<\/strong> You can easily reach the monument by car or by your private vehicle.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<hr data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"920\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"950\">Historical and Architectural Details<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"985\">Roman Emperor and Commanders<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1274\">This monument was built by the Roman Emperor <strong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1045\">Tiberius Claudius Germanicus<\/strong> During the period (41-54 AD), <strong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1094\">Gaius Julius Aquilla<\/strong> It is thought to have been built by a commander named Aquilla. He served as the Commander of the Eastern Provinces Construction Army and was later appointed Governor of Bithynia-Pontus.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1305\">Figures Carved on Rocks<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1337\"><strong data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1335\">Human Figure (Sculpture):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1614\">\n<li data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1382\"><strong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1353\">Dimension:<\/strong> Normal human sized.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1430\"><strong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1398\">Situation:<\/strong> His head and legs are broken.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1523\"><strong data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1448\">ID:<\/strong> It is not known whether it belonged to Emperor Claudius or commander Aquilla.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1614\"><strong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1539\">Location:<\/strong> It stands in an arched niche measuring 260\u00d7140 cm and 50 cm deep.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1639\"><strong data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1637\">Eagle Figure:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1873\">\n<li data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1736\"><strong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1673\">Strength of Roman Legions:<\/strong> The eagle symbolizes the \u201cunlimited power\u201d of the Roman legions.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1873\"><strong data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1761\">Size and Position:<\/strong> It is the size of a human being and its head is severed. It is carved into a column base that is 200 cm high and 55 cm in diameter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1899\">Inscriptions (Inscriptions)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1952\">There are two different inscriptions on the Ku\u015fkayas\u0131 Road Monument:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2187\">\n<li data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2022\"><strong data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1969\">First:<\/strong> On the slab above the arched niche of the human figure.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2187\"><strong data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2038\">Latter:<\/strong> Away from the reliefs, towards the west.<br data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2078\" \/>These inscriptions are complementary texts and provide important clues about the political and military structure of the period.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2215\">Water and Rest Point<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2499\">It is estimated that there was a monumental fountain adjacent to the monument, but it was destroyed over time and the water source was used as a spring for a long time in the area known as &quot;Askersuyu&quot;. There are also various elements along the road such as rock niches and seating couches intended for rest.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2504\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2523\">How to Get There?<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2884\">\n<li data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2692\"><strong data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2541\">Special Vehicle:<\/strong><br data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2544\" \/>By choosing the old road instead of the new tunnel road between Bart\u0131n and Amasra, you can see the signs for Ku\u015fkayas\u0131 Road Monument after approximately 4 km.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2884\"><strong data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2716\">Minibus \/ Dolmus:<\/strong><br data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2719\" \/>You can also reach a point close to the monument with Amasra Seyahat minibuses and visit it with a short walk. However, it would be useful to check the departure times in advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2889\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2910\">Visiting Tips<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"3545\">\n<li data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"3016\"><strong data-start=\"2913\" data-end=\"2932\">Visiting Time:<\/strong> To avoid the midday heat, you can choose morning or evening hours.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3017\" data-end=\"3215\"><strong data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3038\">Hiking \/ Nature:<\/strong> It can be a pleasant route for those who want to go hiking from Amasra. However, keep in mind that due to the construction of the new tunnel road, there is no longer a complete route as before.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3401\"><strong data-start=\"3218\" data-end=\"3238\">Photo Shoot:<\/strong> The reliefs and niches carved into the rocks are quite interesting for photography enthusiasts. You can capture the details of the reliefs by using a wide-angle lens.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3402\" data-end=\"3545\"><strong data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3422\">Historic Preservation:<\/strong> Please pay attention to directions and warning signs as restoration or conservation work may continue in the area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Kuskayasi Road Monument Photos<\/span><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-13422 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-medium'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniyi.jpg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"230\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniyi-230x230.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-10262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniyi-230x230.jpg 230w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniyi-167x167.jpg 167w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniyi-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-10262'>\n\t\t\t\tKu\u015fkayas\u0131 Road Monument on the old Amasra-Bart\u0131n road\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniti.jpg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"230\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniti-230x230.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniti-230x230.jpg 230w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniti-167x167.jpg 167w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/amasra-kuskayasi-yol-aniti-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-tarihi-anit-fotograflari.jpg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"230\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-tarihi-anit-fotograflari-230x230.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-13423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-tarihi-anit-fotograflari-230x230.jpg 230w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-tarihi-anit-fotograflari-167x167.jpg 167w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-tarihi-anit-fotograflari-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-13423'>\n\t\t\t\tStairs restored jointly with the Italians\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi-aniti.jpg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"230\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi-aniti-230x230.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-13424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi-aniti-230x230.jpg 230w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi-aniti-167x167.jpg 167w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi-aniti-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-13424'>\n\t\t\t\tAncient Ku\u015fkayas\u0131 Road\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi.jpg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"230\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi-230x230.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi-230x230.jpg 230w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi-167x167.jpg 167w, https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/amasra-kus-kayasi-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2 data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3562\">Final Word<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3952\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3587\">Kuskayasi Road Monument<\/strong>, is one of the most striking works of the Roman heritage hidden near Amasra. The eagle figure carved into the rocks, statues and two separate inscriptions attract both history enthusiasts and nature lovers. If you want to make a cultural discovery around Bart\u0131n and Amasra, listen to the lost stories of Ku\u015fkayas\u0131 and follow the traces of the Roman legions!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ku\u015fkayas\u0131 Yol An\u0131t\u0131\u2019na K\u0131sa Bir Bak\u0131\u015f Konum: Amasra\u2019ya varmadan, eski yol g\u00fczerg\u00e2h\u0131n\u0131n yakla\u015f\u0131k 4. kilometresinde yer al\u0131r. Tarihi D\u00f6nem: Roma \u0130mparatorlu\u011fu (M.S. 41-54 aras\u0131 d\u00f6nem). Ama\u00e7: Roma askerleri i\u00e7in dinlenme ve su ihtiyac\u0131n\u0131 giderme noktas\u0131 olarak tasarlanm\u0131\u015ft\u0131r. \u00d6zellik: Kayaya oyulmu\u015f insan ve kartal fig\u00fcrleri; ayr\u0131ca iki ayr\u0131 kitabe metni (yaz\u0131t) yer al\u0131r. Not: G\u00fcn\u00fcm\u00fczde yeni [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":13424,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13422","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-gezilecek-yerler"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13422","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13422"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13422\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13424"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13422"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13422"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/amasra.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13422"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}