Diyarbakır
Five kilometres of black basalt walls around an old city, second in length only to the Great Wall by most counts. The Tigris and its gardens run below them.
Things to do in Diyarbakır
Where to stay in Diyarbakır
Diyarbakır in a day, two days, three
Landmarks in Diyarbakır
Names and UNESCO status only. Ticks are yours and stay on this device.
From the airport
When to go to Diyarbakır: Apr or May or Sep or Oct
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