Tarsus is a historic city located in the Mersin Province of Turkey. It is situated near the Mediterranean coast and at the southern end of the Cilician plain. Tarsus is one of the oldest continuously inhabited urban centers in the world, with a history that dates back over 6,000 years. It holds significant historical and cultural importance, having been a major center during various periods, including the Hittite, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman eras. The city is famously known as the birthplace of St. Paul the Apostle and has numerous historic sites, such as the ancient Roman road, Cleopatra's Gate, and the Tarsus Waterfall.
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