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For this study, a qualitative study method was followed and interviews were conducted using semi-structured interview technique with local residents living in seven villages around Göbekli Tepe (Örencik, Derman, Sarışeyh, Küçük Istanbul, Orta Ören, Seyrantepe, Göktepe). The semi-structured interview form was applied to 33 participants determined by purposeful sampling method. As a result of the studies, it was determined that the name of Göbekli Tepe was transferred from generation to generation and it was determined that it was used in the sense of holiness, visit and place of worship. These are the most important findings that it has been determined that the purpose of using the space is faith and healing. It is understood that in Göbekli Tepe, "Grave, Wish Tree, Earth, Cistern" symbols were used in accordance with the understanding of sacred space. It was determined that everyone came to visit Göbekli Tepe due to the sanctity of the space. With the discovery of the Göbekli Tepe cult area, it was determined as a result of the researches that many changes were made to the space and that the previous owners of the space were prevented from performing their religious rituals at Göbekli Tepe due to the changes. This situation poses an important problem and can a common space be designed in Göbekli Tepe? necessitates discussion of the question.

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