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Sheikh Rehani Tomb in Hakkari faces ruin amid calls for repair

Residents of the Durankaya district in Hakkari are calling for urgent repairs to the Sheikh Rehani Tomb, located in the Dervişoğlu neighborhood of Bağlarbaşı. The site has fallen into a state of ruin due to prolonged neglect.

Local community members report that the tomb's stone masonry, landscaping, and visitor infrastructure have suffered significant damage. Some sections of the structure are reportedly posing safety risks to those visiting the site.

Citizens have expressed that the tomb is a vital part of their cultural and spiritual memory. They are appealing to both local authorities and private philanthropists to fund and lead restoration efforts, including structural reinforcement and environmental landscaping, to preserve the site for future generations.

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Durankaya · Hakkari · Sheikh Rehani Tomb

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