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Meya Rock Settlement (Meya Caves)

Diyadin, Ağrı

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An ancient rock settlement within the boundaries of Günbuldu village, bearing traces of different faiths and periods with rock-cut rooms, cross motifs, water channels and graves.

Safety warning

This is a rural, unprotected archaeological site; be careful of the risk of falls and collapse in the rock cavities. Check road status and access conditions with local authorities before visiting.

Its story

Meya is an old settlement of rock-cut spaces within the boundaries of Günbuldu village, about 12 km from the Diyadin district center; it is reached via Kapanca village. The rooms and galleries cut into the rock faces bear traces of different faiths and cultures: cross motifs carved into the rocks, water channels, graves and church remains are chief among them. Stone sculptures with horse, ram and sheep motifs have also been found at the site. The settlement, which can be visited together with the castles and hot springs around Diyadin, offers an interesting example of the region's multilayered post-Urartian past.

Key facts

Period
Multilayered (ancient and medieval traces)
Admission
Open area
Getting there
About 12 km from Diyadin, via Kapanca village
Visit duration
1 hour

Trip purpose

  • Photography
  • Hiking

Location

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39.48360, 43.55184

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://goturkiye.com/agri/see | https://www.serka.gov.tr/assets/upload/dosyalar/agri-turizm-kesif-rehberi.pdf | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diyadin | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q139433628