Savur
A stone town in a valley about 50 km northeast of Mardin, with old mansions, a castle and orchards. It is quieter and more authentically old than Mardin's old town.
Savur is a stone town in Mardin Province, set against a mountain and beside a river. Honey-coloured old mansions line the hillside in tiers, the ruins of an ancient castle sit on the crest, and the valley is full of walnut and pomegranate trees. Its overall look resembles Mardin's, but it has far fewer tourists and a strong sense of everyday life. Several old mansions have been converted into family guesthouses, where you can enjoy a local breakfast. Nearby are the Syriac Christian village of Dereiçi and Mor Yohanan Church. It is about 1 hour by minibus from Mardin, making it suitable for a half-day trip.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Deyrulzafaran Monastery
- Sakıp Sabancı Mardin City Museum
- Şehidiye Mosque
- Mardin Castle
- Zinciriye Madrasa
- Mardin Old Bazaar
- Great Mosque of Mardin
- Mardin Museum