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🏡 Harran’s iconic beehive houses are a remarkable example of traditional architecture, featuring domed roofs made from a straw-based material.
🌍 A Global Tradition with a Local Twist – While similar structures can be found worldwide, Harran’s beehive houses stand out for their durability and distinct construction technique. What makes them truly unique is that they were built entirely without wood, relying solely on mud bricks, straw, and stone—an architectural adaptation to the region’s hot, arid climate.
🌡️ Natural Climate Control – The domed shape and thick mud walls act as a natural insulator, keeping the interiors cool in the scorching summer heat and warm during the colder months. This ancient design continues to withstand the test of time, even as the modern town around it has expanded.
✨ Despite centuries of change, these traditional homes remain an enduring symbol of Harran’s rich cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into a way of life that has persisted for generations.