"ÞANLIURFA" Sanliurfa Ili by jonturk

Sanliurfa Ili Travel Guide: 126 reviews and 266 photos

The history of Sanliurfa can be traced back around 9000 years and the atmosphere is one of living history, where traditional life, culture and even clothing is more akin to the Middle East with Turkish, Kurdish and Arabic all being spoken. Sanliurfa (often referred to as Urfa) is also a place of pilgrimage for many religions, containing what is thought to be the birthplace of the prophet Abraham. According to Jewish and Muslim scriptures, he was summonsed by God whilst living here.

The traditional and religious conservatism, combined with the ancient historical monuments, has also given it the name City of the Prophets and has made Urfa a unique place to visit. Away from the city, the ancient village and genuine living museum Harran with its famous bee-hive type houses, has been continuously inhabited for more than 6000 years.

Intro Written Jan 5, 2003
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Reviews (9)

CLIMINATE Warnings Or Dangers (1)

The region has extremely hot and dry summers, with temperatures often reaching the mid-40s°C. The winters can be very... more travel advice

TRADITIONAL CRAFTS Shopping (1)

The vast area of bazaars in the city specialise in traditional crafts, and sells a wide range of goods including... more travel advice

DON'T MISS THE FOODS OF SANLIURFA - Sanliurfa Ili

DON'T MISS THE FOODS OF SANLIURFA Restaurants (1)

The traditional food of Sanliurfa is very distinctive. The lahmacun, (hot, thin bread topped with spicy lamb) which is... more travel advice

ÞANLIURFA Tourist Traps (1)

Fountains, Bridges and Aqueducts Firuz Bey Fountain Fountain placed on the wall of Eyyübi theology school contiguous... more travel advice

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Comments (4)

TheLongTone Oct 15, 2006 at 10:43 AM Report Abuse

Interesting, Urfa is definately on my list, might combine it with a trip to Syria. But your'tourist traps' page isn't about traps as such. Its a helpful & fascinating guide to what to do:I'd place it elsewhere!
irisbe Dec 23, 2005 at 12:09 PM Report Abuse

That really looks like a very very interesting place to visit!
cevher Jan 9, 2003 at 4:13 AM Report Abuse

We Want More! We Want More! :)
MalenaN Jan 5, 2003 at 6:55 AM Report Abuse

Great info Volkan! Sanliurfa seems to be an interesting place to visit.