Kyrk Molla
A sacred mound among the ancient city ruins, said to be where forty holy men were martyred, where pilgrims roll down the slope to pray for children and build 'cradles' of stones.
Kyrk Molla means 'Forty Mullahs'. It is a mound formed from the ruins of an old fortress, regarded by local people as sacred. Pilgrims walk around the mound in prayer. Women may roll down the slope in the hope of conceiving, or tie cloth strips to nearby trees and pile small stones into a 'cradle' as a wish, a custom rich in folk tradition. Climbing the mound gives views over the whole southern ruins area and the minaret. There is a rest area beside the mound for pilgrims. Show respect when observing the rituals, and ask permission before taking photographs.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00