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Italian Village in Diyarbakır: The Story of the Ghost Village Abandoned Years Ago!

In 1976, the construction of the Karakaya Dam started in Çüngüş district of Diyarbakır. A modern village was built for foreign engineers and workers who will work in the dam construction. This village was specifically designed to accommodate Italian and Polish engineers with their families. The settlement, known as the “Italian Village”, was used as …

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Why Are Diyarbakır Walls Shaped Like a Turbot? Hz. Its Connection with the Interesting Story of Yunus!

Diyarbakır Walls have hosted many civilizations throughout its history and have been part of a rich cultural heritage. However, the fact that these walls are shaped like a turbot is an interesting feature that distinguishes them from other historical structures. This unique architectural form is also linked to legends from the region; especially Hz. The …

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What’s Under the Diyarbakır Grand Mosque? Unknown Aspects of the Grand Mosque!

The Ulu Mosque, located in the Sur district of Diyarbakır, attracts attention not only with its magnificent structure but also with the secrets it holds. This building, known as the first mosque in Anatolia, houses the Mar Toma Church, which very few people are aware of. This church, which dates back to before Christ, is …