Places to see in Midyat

The cradle of civilizations and located on the Silk Road, it has been home to many deep-rooted civilizations. There are many historical and natural beauties in Midyat that have survived to the present day and are worth seeing.
You can see Midyat houses with different and authentic architectures. While wandering the streets of Midyat, you can both get lost in the mystical atmosphere of the region and take plenty of photos.
You can go to Hasankeyf. There are many historical churches, monasteries and mosques in Midyat. You can visit these places.
You can visit Mor Gabriel Monastery, known as the oldest monastery in the world and still in active service. You can visit the Cevat Pasha Mosque, which is made of cut stones unique to the region and reflects the region with its architecture. You can visit the Church of the Virgin Mary in Anıtlı Village.
You can visit the Midyat City Museum in the center of Midyat. You can visit the Dara Ruins, one of the oldest cities of what is known as the ancient Mesopotamia region. You can also see the cave houses in this area.For accommodation suggestions, you can check our Midyat Hotels page.
You can buy the most original examples and figures of stone embroidery. You can buy grapes grown in the region and known as the best grapes of our country. You can find pistachios, acur, oak and melon unique to the region.You can buy molasses made from local grapes, you can buy sumac. You can buy rusks and chickpeas. You can buy clogs made from special trees in the region. Products such as Bıttım soap and walnut sausage are among the other products you can buy.For accommodation suggestions, you can check our Midyat Hotels page.Asude, famous for its appetizers and seafood, makes a difference especially with its grilled sea bass and Aegean-style olive oil dishes.
Offering the warmth of an artisan restaurant, Midyat Sofrası is a place that serves Mardin cuisine in traditional ways. Stuffed ribs, lamb shank and pilaf with firikli are among the most preferred dishes here.

For accommodation suggestions, you can check our Midyat Hotels page.