urartu

🏰 Van Castle and Museum: Understanding Tushpa while Planning around the Museum Closure Van Castle offers a view of the rock on which Tushpa, capital of the kingdom of Urartu, stood, and a chance to compare the elevated site with the old city and lake. Combining it with Van Museum currently...

Kayalıdere archaeological site, associated with the kingdom of Urartu. North-west of Muş, Varto brings together Urartian heritage, mountain scenery and the Hamurpet lakes, also known as Akdoğan. Planning a visit requires a clear distinction between learning about this landscape and entering a...