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Gaziantep
Gaziantep is one of the modern provinces of the region and also one of the
oldest of Hittite origin. Being the center of pistachio nut cultivation in
Turkey and with its extensive olive groves and vineyards, Gaziantep is one of
the important, industrial centres of Turkey.
In the center of the city stands the Gaziantep Fortress and the Ravanda citadel
as the reminders of past. The Archaeological Museum, with its important
collections from Neolithic and the Hittite ages as well as the Roman and
Commagene times, attracts many visitors. The surroundings of the city are also
full of valuable Hittite remains. The Suzer House, which has been restored to
its original beauty, now houses the Ethnographical Museum. The Yesemek Sculpture
Workshop, 30 kms south of the town of Islahiye, is one of the world's first of
this kind. Some of the other historical remains are the Belkis, and Kargamis
Ruins by the town of Nizip. Dulluk which is close to the city center is ideal
for those who would like to rest in a natural setting amidst forest and has
camping facilities.
Gaziantep is famous for its three regional specialties. First is the copper-ware
products you will not want to pass up. The delicious lahmacun (a kind of pizza)
is the second, while the third is the sweet pastry baklava, which Gaziantep
makes the best in the world.
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