Mardin: An Old City with a Rich History and a Bustling Community
Located in the southeastern portion of the country, Mardin is a city that doubles as the capital of the province of Mardin. The town is famous for its Artiqud architecture and location near the banks of Tigris River. Mardin, Turkey is served by the Mardin Airport (MQM), located 12 miles from the southeastern section of the city.
Best Time to Visit
If you happen to be in Mardin months between June and August, you can easily catch the Flying Carpet Children Festival, a volunteer-based learning event for the children and visitors of the city. The event showcases several workshops and performances involving world-class artists, who believe in the power of changing lives through art. The activity runs for most of the summer, right when the town is slowest in tourism. On the contrary, the tourist population begins rising come September when most of Mardin, Turkey hotels get fully booked.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Mardin is easily accessible to the historical sites in the area, some of which are the Dara Mesopotamian Ruins in the neighboring town of Dara, the 1400s Mardin Castle, and the early 1200s Şehidiye Mosque. The Izala Hotel - Boutique Class is within a minute’s walk to the mosque and is a popular option thanks to its free breakfast, 24-hour service desk, and an in-house restaurant. Meanwhile, the Erdoba Elegance Hotel & Convention Center and Hilton Garden Inn Mardin are just several minute’s walk to the other attractions in the city.