The Tur Abdin is a region in Southeastern Anatolia known for its Syriac Orthodox monasteries. It’s situated east of the city of Mardin and surrounding the town of…
Midyat is a town in the heart of the Tur Abdin in Southeastern Anatolia. It’s known for its old town full of beautiful stone buildings.
Batman is a city in Southeastern Anatolia. It has little to offer visitors, but I couldn’t help seeing a city that shares a name with a certain superhero.
Tillo is a village near the city of Siirt in Southeastern Anatolia. It features an interesting tomb belonging to a Muslim scholar.
Bitlis is a small city in Eastern Anatolia set in a beautiful valley. It’s off the beaten path and rarely attracts foreign visitors.
The Nemrut Caldera (Nemrut Kalderası) is an incredible natural site in Eastern Anatolia. It’s located west of Lake Van near the towns of Tatvan and Ahlat.
