Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
1.8M
Population
222 Mbps
Internet
UTC+03:00
Timezone
DIY (3km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Diyarbakır's massive basalt walls encircle a Kurdish heartland of lively bazaars and tandoor aromas, drawing culturally curious nomads to its hot, arid climate and Western Asian crossroads feel. Reliable buses connect to ancient sites, supporting immersive stays.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Turkey
Region
Western Asia
Population
1.8M
Timezone
UTC+03:00
Currency
TRY
Language
Turkish
Airport
DIY
GPS
37.91, 40.22
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
222 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Travel
DIY airport just 3 km from the city center
A major city with a population of 1,791,373
INFRASTRUCTURE
2,642 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
111
Cafes
79
Bars
2
Fast Food
11
Shopping
Supermarkets
176
Convenience
44
Shopping Malls
9
Healthcare
Hospitals
21
Clinics
53
Pharmacies
290
Education
Schools
222
Universities
2
Libraries
3
Recreation
Parks
391
Playgrounds
144
Sports
297
Cinemas
2
Museums
7
Theatres
3
Transport
Bus Stops
74
Train Stations
2
Fuel Stations
95
Services
Banks
71
ATMs
33
Post Offices
15
Police
8
Fire Stations
1
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
222 Mbps
Download
38 Mbps
Upload
18ms
Latency
5,691
Tests
1,723
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Apr - May
5°
J
7°
F
11°
M
18°
A
25°
M
30°
J
31°
J
30°
A
25°
S
18°
O
11°
N
7°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 18.1 C Range: 4.8 - 31.3 C Rain: 524 mm/year Sunshine: 3,547 h/year
CITY SCORES
92.2
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.0
Overall
AIRPORT
DIY
Diyarbakır Airport
3 km from center
Very close — ~5 min ride
FUN FACTS
Diyarbakır is the largest Kurdish-majority city in Turkey.
Situated around a high plateau by the banks of the Tigris river on which stands the historic Diyarbakır Fortress, it is the administrative capital of the Diyarbakır Province of southeastern Turkey.
It is the second-largest city in the Southeastern Anatolia Region.
As of December 2024, the Metropolitan Province population was 1,833,684 of whom 1,164,940 lived in the built-up (or metro) area made of the 4 urban districts (Bağlar, Kayapınar, Sur and Yenişehir).
Diyarbakır has been a main focal point of the conflict between the Turkish state and various Kurdish separatist groups, and is seen by many Kurds as the informal capital of Kurdistan.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Diyarbakır known for?
Diyarbakır's massive basalt walls encircle a Kurdish heartland of lively bazaars and tandoor aromas, drawing culturally curious nomads to its hot, arid climate and Western Asian crossroads feel. Reliable buses connect to ancient sites, supporting immersive stays.
How fast is the internet in Diyarbakır?
Diyarbakır has an average download speed of 222 Mbps and upload speed of 38 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Diyarbakır?
Diyarbakır has an average year-round temperature of approximately 18.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Diyarbakır?
Diyarbakır is served by DIY (Diyarbakır Airport), approximately 3 km from the city center.
What is the population of Diyarbakır?
The population of Diyarbakır is approximately 1.8M.
What infrastructure does Diyarbakır have?
Diyarbakır has 2,642 mapped points of interest, including 111 restaurants, 21 hospitals, 222 schools.
What country is Diyarbakır in?
Diyarbakır is located in Turkey.
