All over town one sees tunnel-like structures allowing passage under houses that otherwise would have blocked the way (often up- and downhill). The word Abbara seems to be the local term. I add some pictures just illustrating how steep things get.
Mardin Edge of and part of Abbara in 2025 8957.jpg
Mardin Edge of and part of Abbara in 2025 8958.jpg
Mardin Edge of and part of Abbara in 2025 8959.jpg
Mardin Edge of and part of Abbara in 2025 8971.jpg