Mardin
Mardin, with its stone streets overlooking the Mesopotamian plain, its churches, mosques and multicultural cuisine, is one of Turkey's most impressive cities.
Mardin, with its stone streets overlooking the Mesopotamian plain, its churches, mosques and multicultural cuisine, is one of Turkey's most impressive cities.
Must-sees
- Old Mardin walk and Zinciriye Madrasa
- Deyrulzafaran (Saffron) Monastery
- Ancient Dara and Midyat's stone houses
- Sunset over the Mardin plain
Practical information
The flight from İstanbul to Mardin is about 1 hour 50 minutes. In summer temperatures can exceed 40°C; spring and autumn are the best periods. Streets are stone and sloping, so comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Food and shopping
Stuffed ribs, ikbebet, sembusek and Mardin coffee (terebinth) are must-tries. Filigree silver jewellery and soap are typical souvenirs.
Ufukça tip
The ideal average duration for this destination is 3-4 nights; early-booking discounts and nine-instalment options apply on our tours. Our tour advisers can also prepare a bespoke programme to suit your interests.
You can find current weather, hotel and transport information about the region in the information brochure sent before our tours and in the customer portal.
Ufukça tips
- Best period: April – May, September – November
- Watch the sunset from the terraces below Mardin Citadel
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