This is one of the most magical places I have ever been, yet for a long time this place was due to be submerged under the waters of the GAP project dam. I'm pretty sure that has been abandoned which is great as this town can finally move out of limbo and begin to capitalise on their wonderful natural and historic gifts.

Situated on the banks of the Tigris, this truly feels like an ancient place. To summarise, Hasankeyf is surrounded by gorges, it has a beautiful mosque as well as other historic buildings of note peppered around the countryside, it has an impressive Roman bridge and yet practically zero tourists!!

Please visit this place. When I was there in 2003 the locals were at a loss with the prospect of not just their home but their ancient culture being wiped from existence. Help be part of securing Hasankeyf's place on the world map where it belongs.

Hasankeyf is in the Kurdish part of south east Turkey. The nearest large city is Batman. It is also accessible from Mardin, a wonderful place in itself.

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