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Things to do in Şırnak
4 places4 stories
Sightlore has 4 places to explore in Şırnak, and 4 of them come with a 60-second story in 5 languages. Point your camera at a landmark to learn its name and story, and earn points and badges at the places you actually visit.
Places to visit
Historic sites
Cizre Castle
Cizre Castle, on the Tigris, is a ruined fortress with inner and outer sections; the southern part still stands.
Red Madrasa of Cizre
The Red Madrasa in Cizre stands on the remains of the western city walls; it is linked to the poet Melayê Cizîrî.
Noah's Mausoleum
The Tomb of Noah in Cizre is a shrine traditionally attributed to the prophet Noah and a pilgrimage site.
Places of worship
Grand Mosque of Cizre
The Great Mosque of Cizre is thought to have been converted from a church in the 7th century, in the early years of Islam in Anatolia.
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