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Hasuni Caves

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Hasuni Caves

Silvan, Diyarbakır

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A historic valley settlement northeast of Silvan, made up of about 300 cave dwellings and cisterns carved into limestone.

Safety warning

There is no lighting in the caves; use a flashlight and suitable shoes. Check transport and security conditions in the area with the local authorities (governorship/district governorate, gendarmerie) before visiting.

Its story

The Hasuni Caves are in a sheltered valley within the boundaries of the village of Bahçe, about 5 kilometers northeast of Silvan. Carved into easily worked limestone rock, there are about 300 cave dwellings and annexes connected by corridors and passages. The 12 cisterns at the site are connected by water channels, an arrangement that shows how much importance the settlement gave to water management. The valley is among the registered archaeological sites of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. GoTürkiye recommends seeing the two- and three-story caves and the rock-cut ancient altar. Hasuni Castle and church remains are also nearby.

Key facts

Type
Rock settlement
Admission
Open area
Getting there
5 km northeast of Silvan, Bahçe village
Visit duration
1–1.5 hours

Trip purpose

  • Photography
  • Day trip
  • Hiking

Location

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38.13729, 41.09091

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hassuni_Ma%C4%9Faralar%C4%B1 | https://goturkiye.com/diyarbakir/see | https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/182651316