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Story and significance
About
Located on the Beşiri plain, Kinik Mound is an archaeological site containing continuous settlement traces from the Early Bronze Age to the Middle Ages.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
Of great importance for archaeological research, Kinik Mound sheds light on the early history of the Beşiri district. It has a key role for Batman archaeology in understanding the agricultural activities and ancient settlement fabric in the region. This area is among the sites protected by the Ministry of Culture of Türkiye.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Historic sites
- Tip
- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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Memikan Bridge
The historical Memikan Bridge, located in the Beşiri district, is an important medieval structure built on the Silk Road route.
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Historic sites
Mor Kiryakus Monastery
Located in the Ayrancı village of Beşiri district, Mor Kiryakus Monastery is one of the most important Syriac religious buildings in the region.