Cheap Van Flights
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There are 3 flights operating between Istanbul and Van. You may find frequent flights from Istanbul, Izmir and Antalya to Van.

You can travel cheaper to Van by purchasing Van bus ticket.

Are you looking for cheap fares for Van flights? In the coming 3 months: Adana Van 1,470 TL, Ankara Van 1,403 TL and Kayseri Van 2,869 TL

Better to book your flight to Van 95 days before departure to get the best fares on average.

August and July months are the highest season for Turkey, Van. The prices are higher compared to the other periods. You will find the cheapest flight prices in the following months: December and January.

Although Van is one of the provinces of the Mesopotamian geography in the Eastern Anatolia Region, it is a beautiful city where you do not feel like you are in the east thanks to its mild climate. It is surrounded by Ağrı on the north, Bitlis and Siirt on the west, Hakkari and Şırnak on the south, and Iran on the east.

The history of Van, which dates back to 7,000 BC, begins with the Urartians. Then the Medes, Alexander the Great, Armenians, Romans, Sassanids and Eastern Roman dominations are seen. The city came under the rule of the Arabs and then the Seljuks and Ottomans in 644. Turkmens lived in Van from the 11th century, and Armenian, Turkish, Kurdish and Arab populations until the 20th century. Van, whose traditions are mostly influenced by the Ottoman and Iranian influences, still maintains its position as a distinguished geography where different cultures have lived together in love and peace for centuries.

Van Attractions

There are many places to visit in Van. Because with its history, culture and nature, you are instantly connected to this city, which arouses even more curiosity as you see and learn.

Lake Van, formed by the eruption of the Nemrut volcano 60 thousand years ago, is the largest soda lake in the world, as well as the largest lake in Turkey. The fact that there is no ice in the winter and the pearl mullet is the only fish that can live in the lake is explained by the fact that the lake consists of an ecosystem different from both fresh water and sea. Unless we count the Van Lake monster, of course!

There are four islands on Lake Van. The most important of these is Akdamar Island, which is said to be named after a tragic love. You can reach the island, which is 4 kilometers inland from the coast, in 20 minutes by boat; At the same time, you are recording the deep blue and relaxing view of the lake in your memory. This island was the home of the Armenian monk of the time and his beautiful daughter Tamar. Tamar fell in love with a young man who was shepherding around the island. The end of the lovers, who were reunited with a lantern in their hand, was sad when their lover, whom he gave a sign every night, swam to the island. When the monk learned of the situation, the last words of the shepherd, who was dying of exhaustion from the deceptive lantern light, were uttered, O Tamar! Dead. Hearing this, Tamar jumped into the lake and committed suicide. Aside from the legend, the island has been called Ahtamar, Agtamar, Akhtamar throughout history.

When you go to the island, you have the opportunity to see a unique example of Armenian architecture. Surp Cross Church, which is considered among the brightest works of medieval Armenian art in 915-921, is a very important structure built of red andesite stone. If you want to listen a little after visiting the church, you can have a cup of tea in the tea gardens where the local people often come on weekends on the island, and experience the experience of watching Van from the island.

Seven Churches, called Varagavank or Varak Surp Cross Monastery, is a monastery located in Yukarı Bakraçlı Village. This complex, which consists of seven different churches, is an important Armenian monastery.

Together with the Van Castle, which was built on a steep rock during the Urartian period, 5 kilometers from the present city center; Çavuştepe Castle, 25 kilometers from Van and 10 kilometers from Gürpınar, is one of the Urartian structures. These two castles worth seeing reflect the ancient historical texture of Van. Van has two more castles in Gürpınar. Hosap Castle is also a Urartian castle, which had a strategic importance in ancient times due to its location on the road between Iran and Turkey. Zernek Castle, which is an inner castle, is not known when it was built, but like the other castles of Van, it is built on steep cliffs.

One of the most important historical structures of Van is Hüsrev Pasha Mosque. The mosque, which is located in Orta Kapı Mahallesi and is easily accessible, was built by Mimar Sinan. It is also a part of the Hüsrev Pasha Complex. Its eye-catching tiles and the mihrab in the middle of the qibla wall are important details as well as many features of the mosque. Kaya Çelebi Mosque, also located in the same neighborhood, is one of the historical textures you should see. The building, which was built by Koçi Bey in 1660, still manages to impress itself today. You admire the decorations on the doors and windows of the mosque, which has a single balcony.

Some of the other historical buildings of Van you can see are St. Bartholomeus Church, Halime Hatun Cupola, Hurkan Bridge and Devil's Bridge, which is located on the Bendi Mahi Stream, with its enchanting beauty. In short, history often reminds you what kind of geography you are all over Van.

The Van Cat House, the place where the rare Van cat, whose reputation is spreading around the world, is taken under protection, decorates your trip and adds a different color. You just can't leave these cute and noble cats. Another place you can visit is the Van Museum, which is considered the most important Urartian museum in the world. It serves in two halls, archeological and ethnographic.

Those who come to Van in the spring are recommended to visit Adır Island, also known as Lim Island, on Lake Van. The island, where the Adır Church is located, has become the incubation center of many seagulls. This island, where the historical atmosphere is integrated with nature, is one of the countless beauties of Van.

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