Mar Jacob Church, Nusaybin
Mor Yakup Kilisesi
St. Jacob's Church in Nusaybin, the ancient city of Nisibis, dating to the 4th century. St. Jacob is buried in its underground crypt, and the remains of the Nisibis school lie nearby.
St. Jacob's Church is located in the border city of Nusaybin, about 60 km southeast of Mardin, the site of the ancient city of Nisibis. The church was built in the early 4th century and is among the oldest churches in Turkey. It commemorates St. Jacob, the first bishop of Nisibis, whose stone sarcophagus rests in an underground crypt. Beside the church once stood the famous Nisibis theological school, and recent excavations in the surrounding area have uncovered ancient Roman colonnades and architectural remains. Nusaybin lies right on the Syrian border, so check the security situation before travelling. You can hire a car for a round trip.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Dara Ancient City
- Midyat Old Town
- Mor Gabriel Monastery
- Deyrulzafaran Monastery
- Sakıp Sabancı Mardin City Museum
- Şehidiye Mosque
- Mardin Old Bazaar
- Great Mosque of Mardin