Harran Beehive Houses
Harran Evleri
The ancient city of Harran, about 45 kilometres south of the city, is home to clusters of conical mud-brick 'beehive houses' that have been used for thousands of years. Nearby are the ruins of the ancient city mentioned in the Old Testament.
In the Bible, Harran is where Abraham once lived. The beehive houses are built of mud bricks corbelled into pointed roofs, which keep them cool in summer and warm in winter. Some have been opened as cultural houses where visitors can go inside, sip Arabic coffee and dress in local costume for photos. The village is also surrounded by ancient city walls, gates and mound ruins. It is often combined with Göbekli Tepe as a half-day or full-day tour. The light is best in the evening.
Opening hours
Open all day (Cultural House approx. 08:00 until sunset)
Nearby sights
- Great Mosque of Harran
- Harran Castle
- Bazda Caves
- Han el Ba'rur Caravanserai
- Soğmatar
- Hz. Eyyüp Sabır Makamı
- Şuayb City
- Karahan Tepe