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South-Eastern Anatolia Region

South-Eastern Anatolia Region

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About South-Eastern Anatolia Region

South-Eastern Anatolia is home to Göbeklitepe, widely considered the oldest known temple complex in the world, and Şanlıurfa, a city layered with biblical and Islamic history. It's a region for travelers interested in deep history rather than beach time.

Metric Value
Active tours 1
Average duration 72 hours
Average from price $1,365.01

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South-Eastern Anatolia Region Travel Guide

Highlights

  • Göbeklitepe — a UNESCO World Heritage site predating Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids by thousands of years.
  • Şanlıurfa — the Pool of Sacred Fish and the old bazaar district.

Best time to visit

Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) — summers here are very hot.

Frequently Asked Questions about South-Eastern Anatolia Region

Göbeklitepe is a Neolithic archaeological site in South-Eastern Anatolia, dated to roughly 9600 BC and considered the oldest known monumental temple complex in the world.