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Mardin's rambling commercial hub parallels Cumhuriyet Caddesi one block down the
hill. Donkeys are still a main form of transport; look out for saddle repairers.
Delicate reliefs adorn the minaret of the secluded Ulu Camii Offline map Google map , a
12th-century Iraqi Seljuk structure that suffered badly during the Kurdish rebellion of
1832.

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If You Like... History

Settled by Assyrian Christians during the 5th century, and later ruled by Arab, Seljuk
Turkish, Kurdish, Mongol, Persian and Ottoman overlords, Mardin is steeped in his-
tory with numerous ancient buildings.

1 FORTY MARTYRS CHURCH
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(Kırklar Kilisesi; Sağlık Sokak) This church dates back to the 4th century and was renamed
in the 15th century to commemorate Cappadocian martyrs, who are now remembered
in the fine carvings above the entrance.

2 MARDIN MUSEUM
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(Mardin Müzesi; Cumhuriyet Caddesi; admission " 5; 8am-5pm Tue-Sun) With a small but well-
displayed collection, this superbly restored late-19th-century mansion sports carved
pillars and elegant arcades on the upper floor.

3 OLD MARDIN HOUSE
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The three-arched facade of this ornately carved house is a fabulous example of
Mardin's domestic architecture.

4 POST OFFICE
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