Definition: The site of Bin Bir Kilisse, also called Maden Sheher, was a Byzantine city, described by British archaeologist Gertrude Bell as the "City of a Thousand and One Churches". Her photographs of the ruins, taken during the first decade of the 20th century, are a permanent record of the churches, which have since been destroyed. Maden Sheher was excavated by Marcel Restle in the 1960s.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
Also Known As: Maden Sheher
Alternate Spellings: Binbirklisse, Binbirkilisse
Common Misspellings: Birbinkilise
