Perrhe Ancient City Perrhe, known as Me’arath Gazze Pörön in historical records and referred to as Pirin and Perin in Mesopotamian texts, is situated approximately 3 kilometers north of the city center. During the era of the Kingdom of Commagene (163 BCE - 72 CE), Perrhe held great significance as a key city due to its strategic position along the route linking Samsat (Samosata), another regional capital, with Malatya. Historically, Perrhe served as a frequent resting point for armies, caravans, and soldiers traveling through the region. The fountain there continues to provide fresh drinking water to the local population today. Perrhe maintained its importance during the Roman Period, largely because of the ancient roads traversing the Taurus Mountains. Perrhe, a city with an extensive historical background, was notable for both its religious and political roles in ancient times. In 325 BCE, Bishop Ioannes Perdos led a delegation to the Biblical council held in İznik. Furthermore, a letter dated 433 CE from Andreas (Elexandar) of Samosata to Alexander the Great references several prominent bishops of Perrhe, underscoring the city’s ecclesiastical significance. Among the city’s outstanding sites is the partly uncovered Necropolis, featuring thousands of tomb chambers and passageways that continue to draw visitors. Nearby, the state-run workshops adjacent to the necropolis were engaged in the production of olive oil. For any questions or requests, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] or simply message us on Whatsapp, and we will get back to you promptly.