Kurtuluş Cami

Gaziantep


Initially constructed as an Armenian cathedral in 1892, this impressive building features alternating black-and-white stone banding both on the facade and interior and stained-glass details.

Also worth seeking out is Alaüddevle Cami near the Zincirli Bedesten. For other recently restored mosques, see the tourist office's Gaziantep History & Culture Road brochure.


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