Sumela Monastery
The entire Black Sea coast’s compulsory sight, 46km south of Trabzon, was among the most revered...
Trabzon
A fine example of former Byzantine glory is the best seen at the church of Haghia Sophia (AyaSofya) in the west side of the center....
Erzurum
Turkey’s highest city – nearly 2000m above sea level – is a great skiing destination in the winter. It’s located on the...
Ani in Kars
Ani is located by the Arpacay creek between Turkish and Armenian border. Arpacay river also gives...
Ishakpasha Palace
On a hillside above modern little Dogubeyazit, the area’s main base, stands the fortress palace of Ishak Pasha Palace. Built by the local...
Hosap Castle
The settings have a linear plan, perched upon a ridge overlooking the Guzelsu Plain called Bol Mountain. It is composed of fortification...
Van Lake – Ahtamar Island – Ancient Tushpa
A lunar landscape of barren shores and eerie mountains rings Turkey’s largest lake, 119km at its...
Ahlat
Ahlat, a historical city nearby Van lake in Bitlis. It has the sight of glorious tombstones dating back to the Seljuk period. Thanks to its...
Hasankeyf
The ancient city of Hasankeyf, built on and around the banks of the Tigris river in southeastern Turkey. It’s one of the oldest...
Mardin & Midyat
Mardin is expanding from the hilltop ridge towards the Mesopotamia plains. This mystic city are...