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Adıyaman is one of the richest places in Turkey in terms of cultural diversity.

" The best known tourist attraction in Adıyaman is Nemrut Mountain. While the mountain was the most valued by the city during the Kingdom of Commagene, it was very important for the city’s s well as Turkey’s tourism today. "

The mausoleum of Antiochus I (69–34 B.C.), who reigned over Commagene, a kingdom founded north of Syria and the Euphrates after the breakup of Alexander's empire, is one of the most ambitious constructions of the Hellenistic period. The syncretism of its pantheon, and the lineage of its kings, which can be traced back through two sets of legends, Greek and Persian, is evidence of the dual origin of this kingdom's culture... Continue reading 
  
Within the scope of the promotional works made by Adıyaman Governor’s Office and the Culture and Tourism Ministry, a new documentary featuring the history of the city has been made and translated into many languages.

Another attraction in the city, the ancient city of Perre,The ancient city of Perre, or Pirin, located five kilometers from the city, is famous for its long history as well as the burial caves and cities built into the hills. 

HDNPerre was one of the largest cities of the Commagene Kingdom dating back to 162 B.C. Overall, 222 artifacts discovered during the 2001-2005 excavations were handed over to Adıyaman Museum. The excavations carried out since 2001 have uncovered historically important findings while promising further findings waiting to be unearthed as the work continues.

" Arsameia is notable for having one of the largest tablets of Anatolia. There are passages and the remains of a palace as well as Mithridathes Callinichos’ tomb and palace on the upper part of the area. "

Karakuş tumulus on the other hand has been built by Commagene King II. Mithridates. 

The Ulu Mosque has been restored several times; while Muattal shrine is a very powerful architecture for faith tourism. The city attracts tourism from all around with special emphasis on faith tourism. The churches in the city center such as St. Petrus and St. Pavlus date back to 1905 and have inscriptions telling stories from Christianity. The Syrian churches are also important attractions in the city..

Berfend BER ( Research Article ) Adiyaman Cuisine

" Almost all the foods in Adıyaman and made by hand and there are no zeytinyağlı (olive-oil) dishes. Several dishes take a considerable amount of time and effort to make. Some such dishes include stuffed köfte in a tart sauce, stuffed ribs, etc. "

There is a notable preponderance of dishes made with bulgur and sümüt (dried bread rounds). Just as in many other parts of Anatolia, foods based on wheat and wheat products dominate the cooking of Adıyaman as well...Continue reading