" The mausoleum of Antiochus I (69–34 B.C.), who reigned over Commagene, a kingdom founded north of Syria and the Euphrates after the breakup of Alexander's empire, is one of the most ambitious constructions of the Hellenistic period. The syncretism of its pantheon, and the lineage of its kings, which can be traced back through two sets of legends, Greek and Persian, is evidence of the dual origin of this kingdom's culture. "( UNESCO World Heritage )
" The best known tourist attraction in Adıyaman is Nemrut Mountain. While the mountain was the most valued by the city during the Kingdom of Commagene, it was very important for the city’s s well as Turkey’s tourism today. " MORE
