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Tuesday, 13 November, 2001, 18:23 GMT

In pictures: Hidden treasures of Hasankeyf

Doubts are hanging over Turkey's plans to build a controversial dam in Ilisu, after the main UK construction firm pulled out of the project. Opponents want the dam abandoned - partly to save the treasures of the ancient city of Hasankeyf, which will be lost forever under the waters if the dam goes ahead.

Picture: Save Hasankeyf Organisation

A sheer cliff towers up over the southern bank with a castle at the top

Picture: Angela Barber

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