Sanliurfa is located in the Southeastern Anatolia Region of Turkey and is known for its historical and cultural richness. The city is located close to the Syrian border and has therefore often become a center of regional trade and cultural interactions. Sanliurfa has a generally hot and dry climate, with hot and dry summers and mild and rainy winters. Average summer temperatures range between 30-40 degrees, while winters are milder. Annual precipitation is quite low and mostly occurs in the form of rain during the winter months.
The city's vegetation is mainly of the steppe and steppe type, influenced by the arid and semi-arid climate. This is home to large agricultural areas, where many agricultural products are grown, especially wheat and cotton. Sanliurfa's demographics include people from a wide variety of ethnic backgrounds. Kurdish, Arab and Turkmen communities are the main ethnic groups that add to the cultural diversity of the city.
The cost of living is lower than in other major cities in Turkey. Affordable housing options and general living costs can be an attractive factor for those looking to settle in Sanliurfa. The city's economy is based on agriculture, animal husbandry and the tourism sector, which has been developing in recent years. Border trade is also an important part of Sanliurfa's economy.
In terms of health services, Sanliurfa functions as a regional center. It is equipped with several public hospitals, private clinics and health centers. Transportation is provided by road and air; Sanliurfa GAP Airport is located close to the city center and offers flights to several destinations, especially domestic flights. Urban transportation is provided by buses and minibuses, and the transportation infrastructure has been improved with the investments made in recent years and a more efficient public transportation network is being established.
Sanliurfa's local cuisine culture is especially famous for its dishes such as kebabs and raw meatballs. Desserts such as baklava and sillik dessert are also very popular. Sanliurfa, which has a rich culture in terms of traditions, draws attention with its cultural elements such as folk dances, music and traditional clothes.
Touristic Sanliurfa has important historical sites such as Gobekli Tepe, Balikligol and Harran. These sites increase the tourism potential of the city and attract many local and foreign tourists. Advantages of living in the city include low cost of living, rich cultural life and friendly people; disadvantages can be high summer temperatures and limited job opportunities. Sanliurfa offers a unique experience to its visitors and residents with its distinctive culture and natural beauty.