Van Province

Region · 🇹🇷 Türkiye

Population 994,436

Area 20,708 km²

Time zone Europe/Istanbul

Official website www.van.gov.tr

Van Province

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Van Essentials

Van Essentials

Van's landscape is defined by its position on Turkey's largest lake and its history as the center of the ancient Urartian Empire. This collection features 8th-century BC fortresses like Çavuştepe and Ayanıs alongside the 17th-century Hoşap Castle. Religious heritage is represented by medieval Armenian sites, including the 10th-century Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Akdamar Island and the remote Ktuts Monastery. Natural landmarks include the 20-meter-high Muradiye Waterfall and the narrow Ottoman-era Devil’s Bridge.

Map of Van Province

Map of Van Province

Practical information

Currency: Turkish Lira TRY ₺ · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers: 112 Ambulance
Electricity: Type C / Type F
230 V · 50 Hz

Languages: Turkish
Tap water: Drink with caution
Driving side: Right
Calling code: +90

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