
Anıtlı - ܚܐܚ - Hah köyü Meryem Ana Manastırı
Place
4.9 (236 reviews)
Anıtlı, 47500 Midyat/Mardin, Türkiye
Highlights from Reviews
• historical significance
Considered the oldest church of Mother Mary and an important site for early Christianity, maintaining its centuries-old structure.
• warm hospitality
Staff and local Syriac residents are exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and helpful to visitors, offering guidance and information.
• unique architecture
The monastery features distinctive Syriac architecture and stone craftsmanship, including unique elements like a pigeon relief on the cross.
• spiritual atmosphere
Visitors consistently describe the church as a very holy, peaceful, and spiritually motivating place.
• free entry
There is no entrance fee, allowing everyone to experience the site, though donations are encouraged.