Thursday, April 10 2025

Tag: I. Antiochos

Sesönk Tumulus

The Enigmatic Tumulus of Adıyaman: Sesönk (Dikilitaş)

Located in the Besni district of Adıyaman, the Sesönk (Dikilitaş) Tumulus, built 2,060 years ago for II. Mithridatis, the son of Commagene King I. Antiochos, stands out with its unique structure and challenging accessibility. This historical edifice, carved into the bedrock, offers visitors a journey through time.   The tumulus is situated in the rocky