Bitlis
Bitlis sits between Lake Van and the mountains of eastern Anatolia. Ahlat's Seljuk tombs, the Bitlis castle and the crater lake of Nemrut are the main landmarks, while the province keeps a strong Kurdish and Ottoman heritage.
Bitlis
Bitlis sits between Lake Van and the mountains of eastern Anatolia. Ahlat's Seljuk tombs, the Bitlis castle and the crater lake of Nemrut are the main landmarks, while the province keeps a strong Kurdish and Ottoman heritage.
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.
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Top attractions
Local flavours
Souvenirs and local products
Museums
Culture and living heritage
Culture Atlas
Legends, games, weddings, beliefs and everyday traditions recorded by the Türkiye Culture Portal.
10 records · Names and links come from the Türkiye Culture Portal. Check the official page for current details.
Where to stay
31 accommodation options listed by OpenStreetMap.
Accommodation listed by the Culture Portal, alongside OpenStreetMap options.: 5 records.
Districts and neighbourhoods
Practical information
Emergency
- Emergency · Ambulance112
- Police155
- Gendarmerie156
- Fire110
- Forest fire177
- Tourism hotline176
Health & safety
- Pharmacies70
- Hospitals9
- Police7
- Taxi3
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
Muş
Kaz Gölü · Muş Müzesi · Muş Ulu Cami
Şırnak
Ensari Evi · Beyaz Köprü · Mağara Köyü
Batman
Rabat Kalesi · Beksi Kalesi · Kandil Kalesi
Place names and indexes are compiled from the Türkiye Culture Portal, UNESCO, OpenStreetMap and public tourism sources.