- Spiritual Holy Sites:
Şanlıurfa (the Prophets’ City; also known as Urfa), is a pilgrimage town and spiritual centre. This is where the prophets Job and Abraham left their marks, and complex of mosques and the holy area is imbued with a compelling atmosphere redolent of the Middle East.
- Historical Areas:
Şanlıurfa’s rich history and architecture makes it a fabulous place if you want to dive into Turkey’s culture and heritage. As well as Urfa’s central district, crammed with mosques and medrese architecture, as well as a new museum complex, there are many ruins scattered across the surrounding countryside.
- Shopping:
The historical Grand Bazaar region, which includes many markets and markets such as Coppersmiths Bazaar, Eskici Bazaar, Customs Inn, stands out with its historical and cultural structure. Local and foreign visitors can find various items such as local clothing and accessories, copper ornaments, household appliances and souvenirs.
- Entertainment:
Şanlıurfa has its own culture of entertainment. “Sira Nights,” which you don’t see much in metropolises, are the foundation of entertainment culture. It takes place in the form of people gathered in groups of friends, having fun with songs and folk songs played by local musicians. For local and foreign tourists, you can visit the venues that organize this entertainment and get involved in the entertainment.
- Food & Drink:
Şanlıurfa is a region with almost all of the characteristics of southeastern Anatolian cuisine. Plenty of sauce, spicy and spicy dishes form the basis of culinary culture. In Urfa cuisine, Muslim, Jewish, Christian, Turkish, Arab, Syriac, Armenian, Yazidi, etc. you can find traces of every nation and every culture. Urfans take great pleasure in welcoming guests and offering them a variety of meals.
