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Bazda Mağaraları

Bazda Caves, from the 15th km. of the Harran-Han el-Ba'rur road, there are historical stone quarries on both sides of the road. Bazda Caves are on the right side of the road at the 19th km. It is known and recognized by the name "Bazda", "Albazdu", "Elbazde" or "Bozdağ Caves". It is the most important stone quarry in the region and has the most beautiful appearance. Large hollows have formed on the outer faces of the mountain due to stone cutting over a very wide area.

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Suggested visit:120 minutes

Bazda Caves, from the 15th km. of the Harran-Han el-Ba'rur road onward, there are historical stone quarries on both sides of the road. Bazda Caves are on the right side of the road at the 19th km. It is known and recognized by the name "Bazda", "Albazdu", "Elbazde" or "Bozdağ Caves". It is the most important stone quarry in the region and has the most beautiful appearance. Large hollows have formed on the outer faces of the mountain due to stone being cut over a very wide area.

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Bazda Mağaraları sits within Harran, Şanlıurfa. The toroti catalogue holds 75 described stops across Şanlıurfa, 6 of them in Harran.

The nearest stop is Han El-Ba’rur, 6.6 km to the east. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

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Frequently asked

What is Bazda Mağaraları?
Bazda Caves, from the 15th km. of the Harran-Han el-Ba'rur road, there are historical stone quarries on both sides of the road. Bazda Caves are on the right side of the road at the 19th km. It is known and recognized by the name "Bazda", "Albazdu", "Elbazde" or "Bozdağ Caves". It is the most important stone quarry in the region and has the most beautiful appearance. Large hollows have formed on the outer faces of the mountain due to stone cutting over a very wide area.
Where is Bazda Mağaraları?
Bazda Mağaraları is in Harran, Şanlıurfa.
How long does it take to visit Bazda Mağaraları?
The suggested visit time for Bazda Mağaraları is about 120 minutes.
What else is there to see near Bazda Mağaraları?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Bazda Mağaraları; the closest are Han El-Ba’rur, Şuayb Antik Kenti (Şuayip Şehri), Harran Kalesi.