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Tek Tek Mountains National Park

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Tek Tek Mountains National Park

Harran, Şanlıurfa

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A 19,335-hectare steppe plateau declared in 2007, containing ancient settlements such as Şuayb City, Soğmatar and Karahantepe.

Safety warning

In summer the temperature can exceed 40 °C; plan your visit for the morning or late afternoon, and carry a hat and plenty of water. Fuel stations and shops are scarce in the area.

Its story

The Tektek Mountains, rising between the Harran and Viranşehir plains, are a low plateau 60 km long made up of limestone layers. The 19,335-hectare national park, declared on 29 May 2007, stands out for its rich archaeological heritage as well as its natural steppe vegetation: the Roman-period Şuayb City, Soğmatar of the cult of the Moon god Sin, Senem Cave, the Han el-Ba'rur Caravanserai and Neolithic Karahantepe are within or around the park's boundaries. The park has no extensive visitor facilities of its own; a car tour between these ancient sites is the best way to get to know the area.

Key facts

Area
19,335 ha
Declared
2007
Admission
Free
Getting there
East of Harran; ~60 km from Şanlıurfa

Trip purpose

  • Free
  • Photography
  • Quiet
  • Day trip

Location

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36.83405, 39.27904

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tek_Tek_Dağları_Millî_Parkı | https://www.tarimorman.gov.tr/DKMP/Menu/27/Milli-Parklar | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q20472362