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How to Get to Bitlis?

Airway to Bitlis 

There is no airport in Bitlis, but there are 3 airports around it, which are at different distances from the city. Guests who want to reach the city by plane can reach one of the airports of Siirt, Batman or Van, and then reach Bitlis by intercity buses. Bus companies in Batman and Siirt organize flights to Bitlis according to the flight times. The distances of the airports to Bitlis city center are as follows:

Reaching Bitlis by Train 

Golden Van, which departs from Ankara on certain days of the week; The last stop of the Express Bitlis, called the "Pearl of Van" Tatvan Station, which is the province of .

Golden Van, which usually departs from Ankara at noon; Located on the express route of Kırıkkale, Kayseri, Sivas, Elazig and Malatya is also possible to reach Bitlis from many cities. ;possible. It takes only 35 minutes to reach the city center with the Bitlis buses departing from Tatvan Station. 

Transportation to Bitlis by Road 

It is possible to reach Bitlis by road from almost every point in Turkey. Many bus companies organize daily flights to Bitlis. For those who will travel by private vehicle, the distances from some provinces of Turkey are as follows: 

Popular Provinces of Bitlis 

Most of the places to visit in Bitlis are scattered within the provincial borders. The most prominent of these are Merkez, Adilcevaz and Ahlat.

Center

Some of the must-see places in Bitlis are located in the city centre. Many structures such as Bitlis Castle, İhlasiye Madrasa and Şerefiye Mosque are within walking distance of each other. You can also see the historical Bitlis houses located close to the center here. 

Tatvan

It is possible to see historical structures such as caravanserais, monasteries, castles and rock tombs in the province located on the route of the Silk Road. Tatvan, Van Gö It is famous for its coastline created by the municipality on the coast. The coastal promenade has parks and recreation areas. In addition, diving activities are organized in the province. By participating in these activities, you can have the opportunity to see the beauty of the Van Gorge up close.

Adilcevaz 

Known as the tourism city of Bitlis Adilcevaz, the deep blue Lake of Van; Famous for its beaches on the coast. Adilcevaz, which is approximately 90 kilometers from the city center, is one of the most popular places for tourists, especially in summer.

Ahlat 

Ahlat is a city that invites its guests to time travel with its structures from the time of Anatolian Seljuks. Located about 1 hour away from Bitlis, the province is home to very important structures such as Ifte Tomb, Usta Şagirt Cupola, Ahlat Museum and Ahlat Seljuk Cemetery. >

Hizan 

Hizan is a city where there has been settlement since ancient times and where life flows. The settlement, which started with the Urartians, one of the Anatolian civilizations in the iron network, came under the rule of Persians, Romans and later Arabs, and finally was captured by the Ottomans. This charming city, which fascinates with its nature, is definitely worth seeing!

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Places to Visit in Bitlis 

Bitlis Castle 

Bitlis Castle, which was built by one of the commanders of Alexander the Great and the total length of its walls is 2800 meters, welcomes visitors to the city with all its majesty and splendor. The view of the castle, which is built on steep cliffs, is worth seeing. 

Bitlis Ethnography Museum 

In the museum, where the socio-economic development of the city from the past to the present can be clearly seen, archaeological finds from Rome, Seljuk and Ottoman, which were unearthed during the Bitlis Castle excavations it is possible to see. 

Bitlis ÇArch

Evliya &Cedil;elebi’ The area around Bitlis is one of the most important spots that those who come to the city visit. It is recommended to taste local products across the street and take a short break in one of the small moon furnaces. 

Ahlat Selçuklu Cemetery 

The Ahlat Seljuk Cemetery, which bears the traces of the Anatolian civilizations that reigned in the lands of Bitlis in the past and is considered one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the Islamic world; It looks like an open-air museum with 8169 tombstones with different features from the time of Ahlatshahs, Ilkhas, Ayyubids and Ottomans. 

Natural Beauties of Bitlis

Mountains 

Bitlis has one of the most mountainous regions of the Eastern Anatolia Region. The height of most of the mountains located within the borders of Bitlis, which is home to the Nemrut and Süphan mountains among the volcanic mountains of Turkey, is 2000 meters and above.

Mount Suphan (4058 meters) 

Süphan, the second highest mountain in Turkey, offers a visual feast to its visitors with the views it offers from its summit. The crater on the summit of Mount Süphan, an extinct volcano, is worth seeing. 

Mount Nemrut (2935 meters) 

Mount Nemrut, which is often confused with Mount Nemrut in Adıyaman, is the last volcanic mountain in our country whose activity stopped. Nemrut crater lake located on Mount Nemrut, which is quite important in terms of the tourism potential of Bitlis; It is one of the natural beauties that must be seen. 

What to Eat in Bitlis?

Bitlis, the indispensable stop of Eastern Anatolia trips, offers delicacies that excite the palate with its cuisine. Meat dishes and pastries are not missing on the tables laid on the floor. For breakfasts, honeycomb and hoop honey, walnuts, molasses and tulum always take their place in the head. The most popular dishes of Bitlis cuisine are as follows: 

• Büryan 
• Corti Vaccine 
• Stuffed Additive 
• Bitlis Meatballs 
• Keledoş 
• Liver Taping 
• Halise's Dinner 

City Transportation in Bitlis 

Bitlis is a small and charming city in Eastern Anatolia. Since it is not very big, it is easy to reach everywhere in the city by using public transportation vehicles. In addition, tourists who want to visit the city can take commercial taxis or vehicles. can benefit from rental services. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Bitlis

When to go to Bitlis?

In Bitlis, where all the effects of the continental climate are felt, winters are cold and snowy, and summers are quite hot and dry. For this reason, it is not recommended to travel in winter for Bitlis trips. The most beautiful times of the city are April, May, September and October.