Old Antioch Houses

Reflecting the city's thousands of years of historical texture and characteristic characteristics, The Old Antioch Houses have its own complex layout as the streets where they are crossing vertically. The Old Antioch Houses, which are merit as well known as Mardin's Midyat houses, are a product of the city's historical history as well as cultural richness. Built on the ancient city, these stone structures have a mystical appearance as they are built from the white limestone that are yellowish-white... Houses with high stone walls and large courtyards reflect the way and traditions of the people of Hatay from the past to the present. The streets of the old Antioch Houses belong to the ancient city. Because the streets here crosses vertically, it creates a complex order in itself. Buildings built according to natural living conditions also undertake the task of blocking the wind and preventing flooding. According to the financial situation of the inhabitants in the old Antioch Houses, which are built on the same plan, except for the exterior decorations that it later shaped, are one of the most important symbols of the city.