Guide Historical Stone Houses and Ancient Caves

History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore Rehber (historically known as Xelîla) is one of the oldest settlements in Dargeçit. Hundreds of natural and man-made ancient caves (Ştira Caves and Êmetrûn locality) located on the outskirts of the town have been used as shelters and shelters since the Neolithic and Bronze ages. The multi-storey historical yellow stone houses rising at the top of the village are unique examples of terraced settlements of Mesopotamian civil stonemasonry. There are underground spring waters in the region that are believed to be healing. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features At an altitude of 820 meters, leaning on rocky slopes in steps, the settlement is in a position overlooking the Tigris Basin. Fig, olive and vineyard terraces lie on its slopes. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees