Mount Nemrut National Park (Nemrut Dağı Milli Parkı) is one of the most famous historic sites in Turkey. It encompasses the most important monuments of the Kingdom of Commagene.
Urfa, officially Şanlıurfa, is a major city in Southeastern Anatolia. Here’s a detailed guide on what to see in and around the old town.
Harran is a small city in Southeastern Anatolia. It’s one of the world’s oldest settlements and has a long and storied history.
Mardin is a fascinating city in Southeastern Anatolia. It’s known for its stone architecture and ethnic diversity.
Bitlis is a small city in Eastern Anatolia set in a beautiful valley. It’s off the beaten path and rarely attracts foreign visitors.
Ahlat is a town on the north shore of Lake Van in Turkey. It’s known for the large number of historic tombstones in the cemetery.
Adilcevaz is a town on the north shore of Lake Van in Turkey. There’s not a whole lot to see but it makes for a nice stop if you’re passing through the area.
Doğubayazıt is a frontier town in Eastern Anatolia near the Turkish border with Iran. It’s remote but travelers will be rewarded for their efforts.
Van is an interesting city in Eastern Anatolia famous for its traditional breakfasts. It sits on the eastern shore of Lake Van and has a few good places to visit.