BINGOL
Bingol gets its name from the glacier lakes in the region and means" one
thousand lakes".The city of Bingol is located in a high region of the broad
Eastern Anatolian plateau; 144 km`s east of Elazig.Bingol city has constructed
again after the large earthquake in 1971 and now has a more modern appearance.There is an interesting event happening in Bingol is that a dozen
number of glacier lakes are available formed by the melting of glaciers.Mountains are located in the north of the province.Mountains cover the
area, reaching heights of about 3000 meters )10,000 feet).Bingol city is a
mountainous area so agricultural fields are very dense.As a result , the economy
of the city is depended on the animal husbandry.
There are countless natural and historical surroundings worth to see in Bingol.The remains from prehistoric ages are Kigi Citadel, the Kupik and Ahpik
Caves and Harabe Koy...Whatsmore, the city is presentable for those who have
some muscolar problems as there are lots of curative springs and baths that are
beneficial in curing numerous diseases.Bingol is an exellent place for ski lovers.The Bingol -Yolcati Ski Center is visited ferquently.In February and
March are great months for skiiing where skiers syat in mountain chalets`s.There
is a 925 meters long telesiege available with a capacity of 500 people per hour
on 1000 meters long skiing track.You can also reach by road with buses too.Kalatepe Peak (3250 m) lying on Bingol Mountains, near the town Karliova is
a marvellous place to watch the wonderful sunrise, especially between the 15th
of July and the 15th of August.
The history of Bingol has started with the Urartians, and lasts under the
hegenony of the Persians, the Seljuks and then the Ottomans.Many civilisations
had used this town as their home and gave harm to the city.
The city is famous for its natural sorrounding and beauties.A lot of people
come for rest and peaceful atmosphere of the city.The weather, the scene and the
nature shall make you awake.We bet that you will come again and again to see
this marvellous city.In fact Evliya Celebi a famous Turkish traveller had told
about Bingol`s unique beauty in his books.
You can have a chance to see the remarks of these periods everywhere in town.However, the most important one is the medieval fortress inside the
city center.You don`t believe your eyes when you walk through the roads in the Bingol city.The town is small but has many facilities for hinting, thermal
bathing and winter sports.You have many opportunities for these sports.There is
not only one reason to come and visit Bingol.
We definetely recommend you a visit to a very interesting lake (300 square
meters) where there is a floating natural island at Hazersah village near Solhan.
Bingol plateau is very famous in Turkey.There are numerous plants, flowers,
lakes and the fish grown in this lakes.Some stories are told about this plateau.Th
people here are too friendly.They are willing to talk about their city.So learn
more information from the people live here...
Besides this lakes and plateaus, there are forests, puddles, popular
excursion spots, cold waters, thermal waters...The sun rise is worth to see in
Bingol.Hunting and winter sports are popular.
Cultural handcrafts are done by many people in the province.Carpets, rugs and
other kinds are available for those who visit and want to take some souvenir.
There is a famous festival which is held every August in Bingol is Karer
Festival.Many people from Karer but live in other provinces come in this day.As
we mentioned above the sun rise is so charming and there is also a
festival about it which is called as sunrise festival.Foreign people give much
more attention to sun rise festival.Bingol is known as its delicious honey and a
festival is held every year when marvellous honey is tasted by many people.There
are competitions about it.It deserves a notice.You shouldn`t miss honey festival
in Bingol.
Altough there had been a terrible eartquake hit the city killing 176 people,
the city is now in a good condition.
People come Bingol for many reasons.You shoul make your hotel reservation
before you come.There is a nice hotel that is called Sarioglu Hotel.Icem Travel
Agency recommends you this hotel for better accomadation and wishes nice
holidays in Bingol. | 
