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Sinurfa & Goblekli Tepe

Understand they had earthquake and flood damage this year. Any idea when museum will open again. Planning a side trip...

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Very helpful. Am continuing research but have high motivation to visit. This area was birthplace of founder of several major faith groups; Abraham. Thank you.

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I can understand why you want to visit. Gobekli Tepe was high on my list of possible places to visit in Turkey. A few days before the earthquake, I eliminated it from my list. As much as I wanted to visit, it was just a little more than I was willing to take on as a solo female traveler. It was just too long of a drive from my starting base of Antalya and too close to the Syrian border. The tourism infrastructure, even then, was somewhat minimal.

I would love to hear a trip report when you get back.

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Gobeklitepe is open and accepting visiting since February. It's totally worth to visit!!

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Am visiting in October. I do understand the archeology museum is also now open which is also positive. Flights from Istanbul are very affordable and am able to rent car at airport.