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An important historical inn located in the Sur district of Diyarbakır, notable for its historical and architectural features, currently serving as a cafe and restaurant.

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Sülüklü Han is located in the historical Sur district of Diyarbakır, near Hasan Pasha Han. It is estimated to have been built in 1683 by Hanilioğlu Mahmut Çelebi and his sister Atike Hatun. The name of the inn comes from the tradition of using leeches extracted from the well in its courtyard for healing purposes. This tradition continued, especially until the late 19th century. The inn is one of the important examples of Ottoman civil architecture and was built from cut stone. The lower floor of the two-story structure was used as a stable and warehouse, while the upper floor consisted of rooms for travelers' accommodation. In the middle of the inn, which has a large courtyard, is the well from which leeches were extracted. Sülüklü Han, which deteriorated and became neglected over time, underwent extensive restoration in the early 2010s. During the restoration work, the original architecture of the building was preserved, and its historical texture was maintained. Today, Sülüklü Han has become one of Diyarbakır's important social and cultural venues. The cafes and restaurants serving in its courtyard and rooms are a popular destination for local and foreign tourists. The atmosphere of the inn offers visitors an authentic experience carrying the traces of the past.

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• Enjoy the atmosphere by sitting in the courtyard of the inn and drinking traditional Turkish coffee or tea.
• Take a walk around the inn to examine its historical texture and architectural details.
• Experience the mystical atmosphere created by the inn's lighting, especially in the evenings.
• You can browse local handicrafts in the shops inside the inn.
• Due to its proximity to other historical structures in Diyarbakır, you can include it in your travel itinerary.