This volcano is a huge feature, and in the top ten features in Western Asia. It rises 3,000 feet above the neighbouring countryside.
Traffic stop with the friendliest policemen. A 176 Lira fine for payment on exit, around $50. Not the end of the world! I was given an apple and cheery smile and waved on my way. Of course we are now connected on Insta. It is a small and connected world we are now in.
Looking out from Mardin over the Mesopotanian plans, stretching away to Syria and Iraq.
