Mardin, Mesopotamia… Prepare for a rigorous three-day photography journey through the cradle of ancient civilizations, the land where everything began, the land of firsts, and where humanity has worshipped the sun for thousands of years!
This photography journey begins in the historic streets of Mardin, extending to the silver workshops of Midyat, passing through ancient cities, and into the embracing beauty of nature. Throughout this three-day journey, you’ll have the opportunity to combine the history of the Middle East with the tranquility of modern times.
Trip Dates
This trip is available for individuals or groups between May, September, and October.
Historical Riches:
Throughout history, Mardin has hosted various civilizations, creating the historical fabric that makes the region unique. Lose yourself in these historic streets with your camera and discover important historical structures such as Mardin Castle and Zinciriye Madrasa.
Traditional Handicrafts:
Midyat’s silver workshops are where traditional handicrafts meet the modern world. This journey offers an opportunity to see and photograph the magnificent silverwork created by the masters in these workshops.
What will we photograph?
The Deyrulzafaran Monastery, built on a former sun temple and once the Patriarchal center of the world’s Syriacs…
Rock tombs, cisterns, and a dungeon in the ancient city of Dara/Anastasiopolis, one of the most important settlements in Mesopotamia in ancient times and a military garrison on the Silk Road during the Eastern Roman period…
The Deyrulumur (Mor Gabriel) Monastery, the Metropolitan Center of the Turabdin region…
Midyat‘s houses, bazaars, and Syriac and Yazidi villages…
Mardin Museum, Cumhuriyet Square, Abbaralar, the Old Independence Court, the Bay Window House, the Ulucami, the Historical Site, the Zinciriye Madrasa, and the Kasımiye Madrasa…
What will we experience?
We’ll be taking this trip with Cenk GENÇDİŞ, who has previously organized hundreds of photography trips to countries like Iran, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Tibet, Syria, Cuba, Mexico, Guatemala, Ethiopia, Mongolia, Japan, and almost every corner of Turkey.
From the moment you register, Cenk GENÇDİŞ will prepare you for this journey with informative emails and meetings.
You’ll receive detailed emails detailing everything from daily itineraries and clothing to the food you’ll eat, to the photography topics we’ll be taking.
Cenk GENÇDİŞ will also be there to ensure you’re prepared for all the photography topics we’ll encounter, including occasional mock-ups during the trip.
Contact us for detailed information about the Mardin Photography Journey.
(cenk@fototrek.com)
Join us on an unforgettable Mardin photography tour led by Cenk Gençdiş. Explore the ancient streets, stone architecture, and golden light of Old Mardin, where history and culture meet in every frame. Contact us to learn more about the itinerary, travel details, and the unique photographic opportunities that await you in this magical southeastern city overlooking Mesopotamia. Reserve your spot today and be part of this inspiring visual journey.
