Top experiences
- ✓Visit the Double Minaret Madrasa and Yakutiye Madrasa.
- ✓Explore Erzurum Castle and the Three Tombs.
- ✓Ski or enjoy mountain views at Palandöken.
- ✓Take an excursion to Tortum Lake and Waterfall.
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Erzurum
Discover Erzurum, one of eastern Anatolia’s oldest cities, known for Seljuk monuments, the Çifte Minareli Medrese, Palandöken ski slopes, Oltu stone craftsmanship and the natural landscapes surrounding Tortum.
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Erzurum practical travel guide
Erzurum is a high-altitude eastern city with major Seljuk monuments, a historic fortified center and one of Türkiye's leading winter-sports areas at Palandöken.
Best time to visit
December to March suits winter sports. June to September is more comfortable for cultural visits and countryside travel.
Getting around
Central monuments are close together. Buses and taxis serve Palandöken, while a car is useful for Tortum and rural routes.
Where to stay
- •The city center for historic attractions.
- •Palandöken for direct access to ski facilities.
Local food to try
Cağ kebabıKadayıf dolmasıAyran aşıSu böreğiCivil cheese
Practical tips
- ✓Prepare for cold temperatures and high altitude.
- ✓Check ski and road conditions before mountain trips.
- ✓Reserve winter accommodation early.
Travel conditions and opening arrangements can change. Check current information before your visit.
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