Batman
Batman is a southeastern province of oil, rivers and the disappearing heritage of Hasankeyf. The old cave city and the new dam landscape tell a complicated story about development and preservation.
Batman
Batman is a southeastern province of oil, rivers and the disappearing heritage of Hasankeyf. The old cave city and the new dam landscape tell a complicated story about development and preservation.
This guide covers all 81 provinces, the World Heritage sites, local food, transport, emergency numbers and the small details that make a trip easier. It is written for foreign visitors and built from public records, official indexes and original research.
Opening hours, prices and transport change. Confirm details with the official venue before you go.
Sources: Sources & credits
Top attractions
Local flavours
Souvenirs and local products
Museums
Where to stay
36 accommodation options listed by OpenStreetMap.
Districts and neighbourhoods
Main airports serving the province
Practical information
Emergency
- Emergency · Ambulance112
- Police155
- Gendarmerie156
- Fire110
- Forest fire177
- Tourism hotline176
Health & safety
- Pharmacies184
- Hospitals14
- Police12
- Taxi25
Post office
PTT · 444 1 788
Verify before you travel
Travel tips
- Carry some cash for small villages, markets and taxis; cards work in most hotels and city restaurants.
- Check museum and archaeological-site opening days before travelling; some close one day a week.
- Book hot-air balloons, popular restaurants and summer ferries in advance, especially in high season.
Nearby provinces
Continue with these nearby provinces.
Siirt
Ulu Camii · Cas Evleri · Saat Kulesi
Mardin
Beyazsu · Surur Hanı · Gurs Vadisi
UNESCO Diyarbakır
Gazi Köşkü · Nebi Camii · Dicle Köprüsü
Muş
Kaz Gölü · Muş Müzesi · Muş Ulu Cami
Place names and indexes are compiled from the Türkiye Culture Portal, UNESCO, OpenStreetMap and public tourism sources.