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.
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.
Akdamar Island (Akdamar Adası) is the second largest island in Lake Van, located in Eastern Anatolia. It’s home to a historic 10th century Armenian cathedral.
Diyarbakır is a fascinating city in Southeastern Anatolia. It’s the largest Kurdish majority city in Turkey and has a lot of interesting sites for visitors.
Cihangir is a bohemian neighborhood south of Taksim Square in Istanbul, Turkey. It consists of several cafés scattered throughout its narrow streets.