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Gaziantep's Cultural and Natural Heritage

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General Information: Gaziantep covers 7,642 km² with 1,140,594 inhabitants (1990)
Located between Mesopotamia and Mediterranean, at Silk Road intersection
Hosts findings from Paleolithic to Ottoman civilizations
Historical Sites: Zeugma ancient city founded by Alexander the Great in 3rd century BC
Yesemek Open Air Museum displays 300 stone sculptures from Hittite period
Rumkale castle believed to be site of Jesus's disciple Johannes
Traditional Antep houses showcase unique architectural features
Museums and Religious Sites: Archaeology Museum displays artifacts from various ancient civilizations
Hasan Süzer Ethnography Museum showcases Gaziantep's defense history
Several mosques including Şeyh Fethullah, Boyacı, Ömeriye and Ahmet Çelebi
Mausoleums of Yuşa Prophet, Pir Sefa and Ökkeşiye located throughout city
Natural Attractions: Huzur Highlands offers spring-fed meadows and mountain meadows
Little Sof Highland features rocky terrain with farm fields
Sof Highland provides 1400m elevation with fruit orchards
Tourism and Culture: Known for kebabs, baklava, and traditional crafts
Numerous historic inns and caravanserais remain from Silk Road
Liberation Festivals celebrated annually on December 25