It is among the oldest surviving cities in the world, dating back to 7 thousand BC, where the remains of the Copper, Bronze and Iron Ages were found. Dominance in the region passed to the Achaemenids, the Macedonian Kingdom, the Seleucids, the Armenians, the Parthians, the Romans, the Sassanids and the Greeks, in the year 644 it became The area that was cons...
The foundations of the museum in the city were first laid by the Director of National Education, Mustafa Noyan in 1932, with the construction of a warehouse, when the current museum was damaged by the earthquake in Van in 2011, the museum was reconstructed with impressive glass architecture at the foot of the Van Castle, Built in a very modern way, covering ...
As a result of excavations and historical research that this place was built for military and economic purposes, excavations in the area have been going on since 1961, cisterns, palace, warehouse buildings and an open-air temple are among the important monuments discovered in the area, it is believed that the Sarduri River was built between 764-734 BC Birth,...
It draws attention not only with ski tourism but also as one of the most important addresses in the country for professional skiing, is a wonderful place with a view of the Van Sea, the area that reveals a turquoise landscape accompanied by white color, you will witness the unique sea view and you will be addicted to skiing, it is one of the few ski centers ...
It is estimated that this bridge was built in the seventeenth or eighteenth century, the place where the Ottoman influence appears, is successful in attracting the attention of tourists coming to Van, was built in the northeast and southwest direction, underwent a restoration in 1983 and 1988 and still serves , the eye of the bridge has a tapered structure, ...
It meets the water needs of the area, has a clean and clear appearance. It flows with great enthusiasm among the rocks, and it will fascinate you with its sound and appearance. You can spend pleasant moments in kayaking and water sports in this stream, which flows with enthusiasm, especially in the summer, and you can do various activities.
The most important symbol of Van is undoubtedly a cat, for this reason the statue was built at the entrance to the city, we can say that this statue made by the Iranian sculptor Kafir Nassabi at a height of 5.5 meters, was especially appreciated by the public, the cat of Van who has a blue eye and a yellow eye, And an evil eye bead on her neck, she has a cat...
It is a paradise for birds, the second largest lake after Lake Van, it is also a static lake, which is among the wonderful beauty of the Eastern Anatolia region, it is soda and salt water, with an area of 114 square kilometers, did you know that nearly half of the 450 species of birds in Turkey live in this lake? The lake is home to many species of birds suc...
It was built by order of the Armenian King Kakik I between the years 915-921 AD, and it bears great importance to the Armenians, where a religious mass is held once a year. The Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism began in 2005 to restore the church, and it was completed in 2007.
You can have fun with your children or friends, the water park will delight you with the services it offers, in addition to the swimming pool, childrens pool, various water slides, jacuzzi, there is also a swimming playground.
The chimneys visited by thousands of tourists every year, formed as a result of wind and rain water eroding the rocks sprayed by the volcanic Mount Yigit, draws attention with its 17,000 fairy chimneys and numerous tunnels and caves.
It is 3200 meters high, there is no snow on the mountain, which is only easy to reach in July, August and September, other than that the snow never loses the mountain, you can easily see the view of Lake Van and other mountain, you can climb this mountain where the eastern volcanic plant grows.
One of the most famous islands with Akdamar Island in Lake Van, combining its green nature with a view of the azure lake, campers are flooded, church ruins and plateaus attract the attention of visitors, the island has an ancient watercourse from antiquity.
The white waterfall is called because of its milky white color, it has different beauty in every season, it flows very loudly from April to August, maybe it dries up in September, it charms you with its unique natural beauty, white color and lush flow, very popular especially in the summer months, dont come back without eating Delicious trout in the faciliti...
One of the works of the seventeenth century, construction began in 1660 and ended in 1663, the interior and exterior architecture of the mosque fascinates those who see it, you will see floral and geometric motifs on the windows and doors of the single balcony mosque, restoration work was done in the mosque in 1993 and opened for worship.
It is among the natural beauties and one of the important tourist attractions of Van, the first address for those who want to relax in the summer months, the waterfall is named after the Ottoman Sultan Murad IV, the 50-meter-high waterfall is an ideal place to relax and have fun, surrounded by plants lush green, Muradia waterfall is in high demand not only i...
It is believed that it was built during the Seljuk period, located between the Tabriz Gate and the Iskil Gate. The mosque is believed to have been built in the fourteenth century. The planned mosque is located in a rectangular shape within the group of mosques with a dome in front of the mihrab and multi-pillar mosques. From the mosque remained a minaret and...
Known for being an inner castle, it was designed so that only the rulers could sit. The castle is also known as Zirinak Castle. The name of the castle is made up of two Persian and Arabic words meaning golden land.
One of the historical values, there are chapels and monasteries on the same island, the construction date of the church of Adair is recorded in 1621, but it is believed that it was first built in 1305, the chapel and the jamaton were added in 1766, it is an architectural structure referred to as a community house in Armenian architecture, preferred soft ston...
Founded on a dominant hill overlooking the Zab Valley, it is not known when the church was built, but it is estimated that it was built in the 3rd or 4th century AD, the church is believed to have been built over the tomb of the Apostle Bartholomew, and the area is also very important in this regard, still wall decorations The church, well preserved througho...
It contains solid pieces of rock that survive to this day, built by the Urartian king Sarduri in the middle of the 9th century BC, this magnificent castle has the largest share in Van which is referred to as the kingdom of castles, the castle was also used by the Armenians, Persians, Romans and Seljuks, the part was built The bottom of the castle is made of ...
Holds the blue flag in Lake Van, also preferred by campers and nature lovers, there are suitable areas for tent camping and caravan camping, very crowded on weekends, especially in summer, you can take great pictures with the unique beach scenery and nature, there is a cafeteria and buffet Parking area, umbrellas and sunbeds (rentable) and hiking trails.
The castle is believed to have been built by the Urart Kingdom in the mid-17th century. The castle was later used by the Macedonians, Seleucids, Romans and Byzantines. It consists of an inner and outer castle. It is reported that the castle had more than 100 rooms when it was first built, but not all of these buildings have survived until Today, it is also p...
One of the largest of the Van mosques, it is one of the most beautiful mosques in the eastern Anatolia region, built in 1976, draws attention with its quiet garden, the mosque, which was badly damaged in the Van earthquake, was reopened for worship after it underwent various repairs.
Wazir Kobru Valley is very popular with many local and foreign tourists. It is the narrowest and longest gorge in Kizilirmak, formed as a result of the formation of mountains and erosion of rivers. While the valley is 3 thousand 250 meters long and 450 meters deep. The valley was declared a nature park in 2015. Area covered with pine and red oak vegetation; ...
This is the mansion where Ismet Inonu, who was the second president of the Republic of Turkey and has an important place in Turkish history, lived between 1891-1897, a very historical building built in the 1890s, the building was restored in 2014, many objects continue to be displayed Belonging to Inonu and brought by the Inonu Foundation in the palace, the ...
It has a warm and friendly atmosphere, it is located in a very central place, one of the places that can be preferred for breakfast and lunch, the breakfast menu includes delicacies such as different types of jams, cottage cheese and zahetari with Hatay flavor.
Didi Korkut Park is located on a spacious area of 70 thousand square meters that can respond to all kinds of social activities. There are many points of activity in the park, from picnic areas, childrens playgrounds, cafes and volleyball courts, the park has a rich vegetarian presence and lush green areas!
Kapikaya Valley, the valley was formed by tectonic depressions and streams, is 20 kilometers long, 7250 meters of which have been opened for tourism, promises a scenic natural beauty to its visitors. Frequently visited by mountain climbers, hikers and photography enthusiasts, the valley is connected by a 16-meter-high bridge, after passing through this bridg...
Chakirgul Mountain, as a result of studies conducted by the Ministry in 2005, has been registered as a winter sports tourism center, and it is planned to build 7 mechanical facilities and 11 ski tracks in this tourist center.
Topamzja Plateau, located at an altitude of 2,640 meters from the sea, is a settlement where the Laz, continue their activities such as raising animals in the summer. In this pristine plateau, although there are no services like electricity, there are only 20-25 families in the plateau. The plateau, which is often visited by mountain sports people and nature...
Lake Kayapa, a unique place to escape from the city and relax. You can stroll around in the clear waters and get a chance to calm down the green. The lake has ponds and small rocky areas that flow around it. There is a natural area where you can stay for camping, picnics and campfire for free. There is a controlled fireplace, barbecue areas, and hiking trail...
Considered one of the only historical monuments in the region, it is known that the inn, which rises on an area of 2 dunums, was built by Murad IV in 1638, during the Baghdad campaign, and that the inn was erected to house the caravanserais coming from Baghdad and passed through the village of Chakmaqaya to the Black Sea.
Gulbasi Park is one of the most beautiful parks and green spaces in Sakarya, it is very popular with its unique view. Within the park there are walking paths, social facilities, a playground, a buffet, a restaurant, a rustic wedding hall, a prayer room, a toilet, and areas for picnics and sports. The park, very crowded, especially on weekends. There are so m...
