Zerzevan Castle, Diyarbakir - The ruins of the ancient castle built by the Romans in the 4th century used to be the empire's key military base on its southeastern front and hosts a well-preserved underground temple of Mithraism, a mysterious religion.
Malabadi Bridge, Turkey - With a length of 150 meters and a height of 19 meters, the 12th century bridge was one of the artifacts built under the Artuqid dynasty.
Ickale, Diyarbakir - Located at the heart of the ancient city, Ickale district bears witness to centuries of history. The historical Hevsel Gardens -- often compared to the Garden of Eden -- stretches for vast swathes of territory and stands as one of the first farmlands worked by humankind.
Hasuni Cave City, Diyarbakir - Located in the Silvan district, the caves offered shelter for inhabitants for thousands of years. Dating back to the prehistoric period, the caves were inhabited during the first years of Christianity as well.
Gobeklitepe, Sanliurfa - The world's oldest temple, unearthed in Sanliurfa province in Turkey, this historical site is on UNESCO's World Heritage List and is believed to have a history of near 12,000 years. Gobeklitepe, with its ahead-of-its-time architecture, draws scores of visitors from across the world.
Diyarbakir city walls - Having sheltered the city from aggressors for centuries, the city walls of Diyarbakir are still standing in all their majesty. Today, the walls are undergoing a large-scale restoration to help preserve their authenticity.
Balikligol, Sanliurfa - Also known as the Pool of Abraham, the now-touristic location is of both historical and religious significance. Legend has it that the Prophet Abraham was thrown into roaring flames at this location but survived in a miracle transformation of the fire into water and fish.
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