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History and Travel Guide to Şanlıurfa

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Historical Background: Şanlıurfa was founded as Edessa by Seleucid king Seleucus I Nicator in 303 BC
City was known as "City of Prophets" and claimed Abraham's birthplace
Under Roman rule, became important Christian center with diverse religions
Armenian alphabet was created in Edessa by Mesrop Mashtots in 405
Historical Events: City fell to Crusaders in 1144, leading to Second Crusade
Ottoman Empire incorporated city in 1517 under Sultan Selim I
Armenian population was ⅓ of population by late 19th century
City was occupied by British and French until 1920
Modern Day: Renamed Şanlıurfa in 1984 in honor of citizens' resistance
Major tourist destination, especially for religious pilgrims
Majority of population are Arabs, Kurds, and Syrian refugees
Well-connected by GAP Airport and bus terminal
Accommodation and Food: Palmyra Boutique Hotel offers historic stone mansion accommodation
Cevahir Han serves traditional Turkish cuisine in restored caravanserai
Çift Mağara restaurant located in cave near Urfa Castle