SANLIURFA, Türkiye, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- As Türkiye introduces visa-free travel for Chinese citizens, tourism officials in the southeastern province of Sanliurfa are hoping to draw more visitors from China to its rich archaeological sites and ancient cultural landmarks.
Sanliurfa is home to several important Neolithic sites, including Gobeklitepe, often described as part of the "cradle of civilization." Dating back roughly 12,000 years, the site features massive T-shaped limestone pillars arranged in circular formations and carved with animal reliefs. It predates Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids by millennia and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
