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History & Heritage

Zerzevan Castle

An Eastern Roman garrison famous for its underground Mithras temple – a perfect day trip.

Zerzevan Castle — Diyarbakır
Photo: Chansey · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Zerzevan Castle is a ruined Eastern Roman fortress rising above the Diyarbakır–Mardin road in the Çınar district. It once served as an important frontier military base.

Excavations have revealed underground structures, including a temple of Mithraism, the ancient mystery religion. The castle was also used as a civilian settlement from the 1890s to the 1960s.

Concierge tipIt is roughly a 45-minute drive from the hotel. Our travel desk can help with transport; in summer, go in the morning.

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