TOUR-1 (Optional)
(2 October, 2026,
the whole day)
MARDİN
Mardin
and Midyat, located in northern Mesopotamia, are two ancient settlements that
carry the legacy of thousands of years of civilization to the present day.
Their stone architecture, narrow streets, and commanding views of the plain
offer visitors an atmosphere reminiscent of an open-air museum. Throughout
history, Mardin has been home to numerous civilizations, including the
Sumerians, Assyrians, Persians, Romans, Artukids, and Ottomans; this rich past
is reflected in the city's architecture and cultural fabric. The old city area,
particularly notable for its houses and historical structures built from yellow
limestone, offers a unique view overlooking the Mesopotamian Plain.
Mardin
and Midyat are important centers where different faiths have coexisted for
centuries. Mosques, churches, and monasteries stand side by side in the region.
The Deyrulzafaran Monastery, a significant center of Syriac Christianity, has
served as a religious and cultural hub for centuries. The Mor Gabriel
Monastery, located near Midyat, is one of the oldest active Syriac Orthodox
monasteries in the world. This multi-faith structure has made the region a
symbol of intercultural and religious tolerance.
Midyat
is particularly famous for its stonework, filigree (silverwork) art, and
traditional mansions. These handicrafts, passed down for centuries, are still
practiced today in the local markets.
With
their historical heritage, multicultural structure, and impressive
architecture, Mardin and Midyat are unique destinations offering visitors the
opportunity to experience the deep past and culture of coexistence of
Mesopotamia.
The
distance between Diyarbakır and Mardin is 90 km, and the distance between
Diyarbakır and Midyat is 150 km.