History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Kafro (Elbeğendi) is a fairy-tale model village located in the heart of the Tur Abdin region, where Assyrian families who migrated to Europe returned to their villages and rebuilt them faithfully with yellow cut limestones. It is the symbol of reverse migration and cultural revival in Turkey with its perfect stone mansions, large gardens adorned with flowers, Mor Yakup Church dating from the 5th century, and the famous stone oven pizza that has become the symbol of the village. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
The village is located on a peaceful mountain slope, surrounded by oak groves and vineyards, at an altitude of 910 meters. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Visiting the village is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days (Mandatory): It can be visited during daylight hours.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: The privacy of village people must be respected. The streets are wide stone paved and very accessible for disabled and baby strollers.•Facilities and Facilities:Historical Mor Yakup Church, famous stone oven pizza restaurant, authentic cafe, rest areas and parking are available. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Elbeğendi (Kafro) Village, 47600 Midyat / Mardin.•Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: It is 18 km away from Midyat town centre; It can be reached in 20 minutes by any passenger vehicle via the asphalt road.•Real Public Transportation Information (Mandatory): Transportation from Midyat is provided by taxi or private vehicle.•Parking Availability:There is an open parking lot for 60 vehicles at the village entrance. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photography Spots and Frames:Perfect cut stone Assyrian mansions, Mor Yakup Church tower and lush vineyard gardens.•Light and Shooting Times:Cool hours of the morning and late afternoon.•Visiting Time:Spring and summer months.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:The famous Kafro Assyrian pizza cooked in the stone oven in the village, homemade Assyrian must and fresh almonds should be consumed.