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Mardin is an ancient city, though little is known from pre-Roman times. It certainly existed in Assyrian times. Under the Romans it was called Marida, a fortress was built on the hill overlooking the city. From the city one looks South over the Syrian plain. Much of the city clings to the rise of the rock, though it seems to be spreading into the surrounding hills also. The center has wonderful alleys, going up and down the slopes or remaining level, parallel to one of the main streets. They have nice houses along them. There is a small but nice covered bazar and the town has a couple of fine mosques and a number of medreses or Koran Schools, most with fine stonework.
As usual I present the pictures now, and will add some comments in the days to come. I also have slides from an earlier visit of a walk to the monastery of Mar Hanania, 6 kilometers from the city, a Syrian Orthodox monastery now housing an orphanage. Once I find the time to scan and edit them they will be shown here too. |
