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Başkavak

Mardin, Turkey · Asia

About Başkavak

Başkavak sits on the route: 20 minutes from Üçkavak, 31km from Mardin.

Başkavak is a town located in Mardin, Turkey. With a population of 2,032, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Başkavak sits in Turkey, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Istanbul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Başkavak to your route.

About Başkavak

Başkavak (Arabic: الأحمدي, Syriac: Aḥmadī) is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Savur, Mardin Province in Turkey. The village is populated by Arabic-speaking Mhallami and had a population of 2,014 in 2021. Members of the Naqshbandi sayyid Beyt Hamidi family also reside in the village who maintain

Read more followers in nearby settlements. It is located in the historic region of Bēth Muḥallam in Tur Abdin.

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Where is Başkavak located?

Başkavak is located in Mardin, Turkey, Asia. The coordinates are 37.5641 latitude, 40.8876 longitude.

What is the population of Başkavak?

Başkavak has a population of approximately 2,032 people, making it a town in Turkey.

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Quick Information

Population
2,032
Continent
Asia
Country
Turkey
Region
Mardin
Timezone
Europe/Istanbul
Coordinates
37.5641, 40.8876

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Turkey

Police
155
Ambulance
112
Fire
110
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Başkavak

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

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Mardin

A mesmerizing hilltop city of honey-colored stone buildings cascading down to the Mesopotamian plains, a living museum of Syriac, Arab, and Turkish culture.

31 km · about 35 min drive

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