History & True Legends / Legends
Çakıroğlu İsmail Ağa Mansion was built in 1805 by Çakıroğlu İsmail Ağa, one of the well-established notables of the region, on a hill overlooking the sea in Sıraağaç (Çalek) village of Of district, and is the largest and most magnificent stone mansion of the Black Sea. According to historical accounts, it was completed with the uninterrupted labor of 40 stone and wood craftsmen for 6 years. It is a masterpiece of Turkish civil architecture with its symmetrical arched windows on four facades, huge interior hall, wooden ceiling engravings and hand-carved decorations.
Geographical Structure & Altitude & Nature
It is located on a dominant ridge, approximately 180 meters above sea level, with a panoramic view of the Black Sea and the mouth of the Solaklı Valley. It is surrounded by centuries-old hazelnut gardens, tea gardens and fruit trees.
Visiting Hours & Days & Entrance Fee
•Entrance Fee:It is free to visit the garden and exterior architecture of the historical mansion.•Visiting Hours and Days:It can be visited 7 days a week during daylight hours (09:00 - 18:30).•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: The restoration and preservation rules of the historical building must be followed; Access to the mansion courtyard is easy via the asphalt road.•Facilities and Facilities:There is a historical stone courtyard, viewing balcony, information signs and a village coffee house nearby.Real Transportation & Public Transport Lines & Open Location
•Address / Open Location:Sıraağaç Mahallesi, Konak Yolu, Of / Trabzon.•Road Condition and Vehicle Suitability: It can be reached via the approximately 5 km asphalt village road that branches off from the district center of Of to the southeast; It is very suitable for all kinds of passenger vehicles.•Real Public Transportation Information: You can go directly to the mansion by using Sıraağaç village minibuses from the district center of Of.•Parking Availability:There is a free area for parking at the entrance of the mansion.Contextual Experience Tips
•Best Photo Spots and Frames:The angle that frames the blue Black Sea horizon and the green valley in the background from the front of the mansion's huge stone facade is magnificent.•Light and Shooting Times:The soft afternoon sun hitting the front of the mansion in the afternoon highlights the stonework in the most beautiful way.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:Freshly roasted hazelnuts, freshly brewed Of tea and homemade corn bread should be tasted in the village.