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Balıklıgöl

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Camikebir, Balıklı Göl Cd., 63000 Eyyübiye/Şanlıurfa, TurkeyMap
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  • DrBoyfriend
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    Well preserved gem

    There is much history to be consumed in the cradle of civilization, so much that a miracle fish pond seems very ordinary. The Architecture is enchanting with the ancient oriental designs, well maintai...

    Reviewed on Mar 1, 2023
  • MARIA S
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    You can choose between October and November.

    Balıklıgöl is a very beautiful place. It's good to know that the oldest people lived in this land. You can easily get here from the airport. You can choose between October and November.

    Reviewed on Nov 28, 2022
  • daviddJ3376XE
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    A fish pond that is said to have been the site of a miracle.

    It is said that this was the spot where Abraham was put on a pyre by King Nimrod. A miracle occurred and the fire turned into a pool of water and the wood, or the flames, turned into fish. The descend...

    Reviewed on Nov 21, 2022
  • sebastians317
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    Must see

    Great place with beatifull fish. Abraham cafe also interesting. Clear water. Take your time, do not Harry. You can Speed there 2h.

    Reviewed on Nov 1, 2022
  • BrakiWorldTraveler
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    The sacred Fish Lake - symbol of Urfa

    The TA headline pic is the most famous spot in Turkey's southeastern city of Urfa. A very interesting legend made it that - on this spot King Nemrut threw prophet Abraham in fire which miraculously t...

    Reviewed on Oct 30, 2022
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