Visiting Şanlıurfa, one of the favorite cities of the Southeast Anatolia Region with its cuisine and natural beauties, can be an unforgettable experience for you. The city, also known as the land of the prophets, is also famous for being the city of legends.

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How to Get to Şanlıurfa?

Transport to Sanliurfa by Air

There are direct and connecting flights to Şanlıurfa GAP Airport from many cities in Turkey. Thanks to the GAP Airport, you can reach Şanlıurfa by air. You can also use Gaziantep Airport for transportation to the city. The rental car for the 158 kilometer distance between Gaziantep and Şanlıurfa; and bus services.

Transportation to Şanlıurfa by Land

You can reach Şanlıurfa by using domestic bus services and highways with your private vehicle.

Transportation to Şanlıurfa by Sea

Due to the fact that it does not have a coastline, it is not possible to reach Şanlıurfa by sea.

Transportation to Şanlıurfa by Railroad

You can arrange a pleasant trip to Şanlıurfa by using the train. You can determine your travel route, especially in winter, accompanied by a snow view.

Popular Cities of Şanlıurfa

All the provinces of Şanlıurfa are more beautiful than the other. The provinces contain their own characteristics.

Halfeti

The town of Halfeti, which welcomes many visitors from around the world throughout the year, is 120 kilometers away from the city center. The province, which has a 35-kilometer-long coastal road, is connected to Birecik thanks to this road.

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Harran

The city, which is among the first centers of science in the world, is also home to the first university in history. Harran Plain, located within the borders of the province, has been in a humid position throughout history due to its fertile lands.

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Viranşehir

Settlement first started with the Mesopotamian Civilizations. For this reason, it is possible to see traces of the Sumerian Civilization in the city.

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Siverek

Siverek, which hosts the festivals, is the largest city of Şanlıurfa.

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Natural Beauties of Şanlıurfa

The Fish Lake

The fire lit in Balıklı Göl, located in Eyyubiye province, turns into water and wood turns into fish; It is rumored.

Banda Caves

13. Bazda Caves, which was used as a stone quarry in the century, has been used as a stone source for the surrounding structures for many years. used.

Ycelen Caves

The Yücelen Caves, which have survived since the Roman Period and located in the province of Viranşehir, were made by human power.

Historical Artifacts of Şanlıurfa

Sanliurfa Castle

Urfa Castle, located on the hill near Balıklı Göl, which is considered a sacred area, is one of the historical spots that should be visited in Şanlıurfa.

Harran Ören Yeri

Hz. You can add the Harran Place to your itinerary to see and visit the historical ruins in Harran, which is rumored to be the place where Abraham lived.

Göbeklitepe

Göbeklitepe, which has the distinction of being the first temple site in the world, is located very close to Ouml;rencik Village. With its mysterious structures, it allows you to see the first traces left by humanity in history.

Historical University of Harran

Harran University, which is the first university in the world, was devastated by the Mongol invasion. 

Sports to be done in Şanlıurfa

It is possible to do various water sports in Şanlıurfa. In addition, events such as wrestling competitions are also available in the city.

What to Eat in Şanlıurfa?

It may take you days or even weeks to taste all the flavors in the city, which has made its name known to the whole world with its cuisine. The following dishes are the city's most famous; flavors.

Open Mouth

It is one of the most popular bakery products in the city. It is obtained by combining the dough that is opened by hand with minced meat and spices.

Meatless Meatless Meatballs

Although you can find it all over Turkey, unique spices are used in meatless raw meatballs, which has a special feature for Şanlıurfa.

ÜPicture Rice

Different kinds of rice can be found everywhere. However, the pilaf with gruel in Şanlıurfa is something else. It is prepared with currants, diced meat and chickpeas. The meal, where many different flavors are brought together, is very special.

Slipping

It is one of Şanlıurfa's unique meat and vegetable dishes. It comes out as a result of finely chopping the roasted eggplants and meeting them with the minced meat.

Meatballs with Meatballs

Sanliurfa is the homeland of the stuffed meatballs that you can eat anywhere in Turkey. Urfa style One of the features that makes the meatballs served special is that pistachio is added to the mortar.

Urfa Kebab

Another dish that you have heard of before and that is not foreign to you is Urfa kebab. Spectacular view; And wherever you eat Urfa kebab, which will make your mouth water with its magnificent taste, you will never forget the Urfa kebab you will eat in Şanlıurfa.

Line Comb

In the direction of “darkness” The dish, also known as the dish, takes its name from the vegetables on the tray and added to the chops. Sini means tray and comb means cutlet. The taste of the dish, which is cooked for a long time and takes time to prepare, is legendary.

Bitch Dessert

People in the “company” or “shilling” The dessert, which is also called as dessert, is consumed quite a lot in Adıyaman. It is obtained by using flour and milk. Although it does not tire the palate with its intense sugar taste, it is a very delicious and enjoyable dessert.

City Transportation in Şanlıurfa

City trips are provided by minibus, taxi and buses. However, the touristic places in the city are very close to each other. For this reason, walking the streets of Şanlıurfa can give you great pleasure. After the heat and tiredness, you can easily use the city transportation vehicles and reach everywhere in the city.