Sirnak, on the north face of Mt. Cudi (2,114 meters), derives its name from the Moslem belief that Noah’s Ark landed on this mountain: Sir – City, Nak – Noah. Forty-five kilometres from Sirnak, Cizre is the supposed location of his tomb.
Sirnak, on the north face of Mt. Cudi (2,114 meters), derives its name from the Moslem belief that Noah’s Ark landed on this mountain: Sir – City, Nak – Noah. Forty-five kilometres from Sirnak, Cizre is the supposed location of his tomb.