Şanlıurfa is a city in the south-eastern Anatolian region of Turkey; also known as ‘Urfa’ or ‘the city of Prophets’. It is the capital of Şanlıurfa province and situated on the east of the Euphrates River.
With a history dating back to 9000 years, Şanlıurfa is a museum city known for the birth of Prophet Abraham, the genetic father of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. A major attraction of Şanlıurfa is the nomadic tribes who inhabit this place. Bazaars such as Kazzaz Bazaar, Sipahi Bazaar and Huseyniye Bazaar are famous for handicrafts such as weaving, copper and stone works, fur making and jewellery. Visit the Ottoman period’s 8 Turkish baths, Birket Ibrahim (the Abraham's Pool or Halil Rahman Gölü), Şanlıurfa museum which is known for its rich archeological artifacts, and the Kapali Carsi bazaar which was a historic trade route. A wide fortress or the citadel is known by the locals as Nimrud Kürsesi (Nimrud's Pulpit) is worth a visit. The Dergah Camii (or Dersa Cami) with its large inner is known for its Hermitage of the Prophet Abraham (Makram Ibrahim) and the remedial powers of its spring water. The best time to visit Şanlıurfa is from mid-June to September.
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