Town in 🇹🇷Turkey

Harran

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Harran is a small town in southeastern Turkey, near the Syrian border. It's known for its ancient ruins, which include the world's oldest known Islamic university. The town is also said to be the birthplace of Abraham, one of the fathers of the three major monotheistic religions. Today, Harran is a quiet agricultural town, with a population of about 10,000. But it's also a place of pilgrimage for Muslims and Christians alike.

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