Van, the most populous city in the Eastern Anatolia Region in terms of population, has hosted many civilizations in its history, which is estimated to date back to 5000 BC due to its important and convenient geographical location. Van, a geographical wonder, also attracts a lot of attention for leisure travels in the spring and summer seasons. In addition, it attracts the attention of ski enthusiasts in the winter season with Abalı Ski Center, which has become an important ski resort.
If you are planning a trip to the Eastern Anatolia Region, you should certainly visit Van, which is worth seeing with both its historical and natural beauties and spend at least 3-4 days in this city. If you are ready, we can take a look at the places to visit in Van, known as the pearl of the East.
Lake Van, the largest lake in Türkiye, is one of the first places to see when you set foot in Van with its natural beauties. Surrounded by volcanic mountains, Lake Van promises you an extraordinary experience with its natural beauties. You can visit Mollakasım Beach and Edremit Beach within the borders of Tuşba district, which is the only blue flag lake beach in Türkiye and join Lake Van tours from Van Pier. Due to its salty and carbonated water, you can taste the pearl mullet, which only grows in Lake Van, at restaurants or on boats by the lake.
Lake Erçek, a dam lake formed to the east of Lake Van, is an extraordinary bird paradise. You can visit Lake Erçek, where half of the 453 bird species in Türkiye live and have a pleasant time observing these various bird species.
Akdamar Island, the second largest island in the lake and located in the south of Lake Van and the Akdamar Church on it are among the must-see historical places. This historical structure, dating back to the Vaspurakan Dynasty in 915 AD, will fascinate you with its magnificent scenery of the island.
Adır, the largest island in Lake Van, becomes a seagull nest center in the spring. Settled in the 10th century, you can also see historical ruins from that time on the island. You can visit the island and observe the seagulls whenever you have the desire to with tours or rented boats.
Çarpanak Island, one of the four islands in Lake Van, dazzles with its natural beauty. Located in Çitoren Village of Van, Çarpanak Island has a monastery dating back approximately 700 years.
Kuş Island, also known as Arter Island, is the smallest of the four islands in Lake Van. There is also a monastery with ruins on this island. If you would like to visit these islands, you can go by tours or rented boats and see the magical beauties.
Yedi Kilise (Seven Churches), located within the borders of Yukarı Bakraçlı Village on the skirts of Mount Erek, consists of five churches, a library and a bell tower. We are suggesting you to not leave without seeing the Yedi Kilise (Seven Churches), which are among the historical values of Van, some of which have been destroyed.
The two-story Van Museum, where artifacts from the Urartian civilization unearthed as a result of excavations in Van are exhibited, is located in the city center. By taking time out of your trip to Van, you can take a historical journey through time accompanied by archaeological remains, ancient war tools, manuscripts and handicrafts.
Located in the Başkale district of Van and called Vanadokya by the locals, the Fairy Chimneys are a region that is worth seeing. You should certainly visit Vanadokya to see these natural wonders that were formed by the contact of rocks erupted by the volcanic Yiğit Mountain with strong winds.
Van Castle, which is quite close to Van city center, was built by the Urartians in the 9th century AD. It contains an outdoor temple, rock tombs and city walls. You can experience the magical beauties of history by visiting Van Castle, which is the symbolic structure of Van city.
We are suggesting you to add Hoşap Castle, which dates back to the Ottoman period and is located in Hoşap, a part of Güzelpınar district of Van, called the city of castles, to your travel itinerary. You can immortalize the moments that you have witnessed with the magnificent seasonal scenery in the castle with pictures.
When you come to Van, you should not leave without seeing the House of Van Cats. You can visit the House of Van Cats, established on the Yüzüncü Yıl University campus in order to protect the Van cat species and see the special and cute cats. We are certain that you will not want to leave here! :)
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