Diyarbakır Province

Diyarbakır is a province in southeastern Turkey comprising several districts spread across the landscape. The city of Diyarbakır serves as the main administrative and cultural hub for the entire region.

The area has been inhabited and ruled by different powers across millennia, from ancient empires to later Islamic dynasties. These overlapping periods left behind remains that visitors can still see today, telling the story of how the region changed over time.

The region has long been a meeting point where different cultures and languages coexist in daily life. Visitors notice this mix reflected in the buildings, local crafts, and celebrations that mark the calendar throughout the year.

Visitors can explore the various districts by local transport, with the main city serving as the best base for getting around. Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant weather for traveling through the region.

The town of Lice was completely relocated after a major earthquake in 1975, moved to a new location two kilometers south. This unusual resettlement shows how the region responded to a natural disaster by rebuilding from scratch.

Location: Turkey

Capital city: Diyarbakır

Part of: Şanlıurfa Subregion

Shares border with: Malatya Province, Adıyaman Province, Şanlıurfa Province, Mardin Province, Batman Province, Muş Province, Bingöl Province, Elazığ Province

GPS coordinates: 38.14222,40.27111

Latest update: December 12, 2025 13:29