Van

A tour to Van will help you to understand the country's traditional culture as well as many other aspects in Turkey. There are lots of places of interest in this region and travel agencies based in Van are numerous. The government of the country has also helped the place to develop the tourism industry which has a bright future here. Today, thousands of people from allover the whole world come here to quench their thirst about this country and its exotic culture. This part of Turkey is also associated with the historical background of Turkey. The tourist guides will take you for the sightseeing tours all around this place and tell you about their importance. The province is also known as the same name with that of the city itself.

Urartian Kingdom ruled in this land for a long time and therefore Van has many historical elements which are must see for the tourists who are interested to know all the details about the country. The ancient inhabitants who used to stay here were known as Nairi. Scripts of Urartian Cuneiform have been discovered in this place and these historical elements have helped the archaeological department to know about the country's history. The Medes empire ruled the place during the 7th century BC. The best times in Van were found in the Byzantine era. Muslim invaders intruded the empire many a times during this age. During the 15th century the place was completely ruled by the Ottoman empire. There are also places in Van visiting which you will get to learn about the Turkish standpoint in the World War I.

Van was also an important city which was involved in the freedom war of the country during the early 20th century. So, visiting this place you will also get to know many things about the history of independence of Turkey. The modern city of Van is located by the side of Lake Van. The shore is just 5 kilometer away from the center of the city. The bay area has become one of the top attractions in Turkey for the tourists coming to the city. Myths about the Van Lake Monster can be heard here. Kebap in the name of a traditional culture in Van. There are many of the restaurants in this city where you will get to tuck in some of the exclusive traditional cuisines of the country.

Visit the zoological garden in the city to see the two famous breeds of Turkish cats. They are known as Van Kedisi and Turkish Van. Most of these cats have eyes of different colors. They also love to swim and drench in rain which are unnatural characteristics for cats.

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