Discover Van - Turkish Airlines

Van is a popular tourist destination famous for its climate, cultural significance, natural beauty, and distinctive cats. The area was settled as far back as the 5th millennium B.C. and was a stop on the Silk Road. It was the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Urartu before becoming part of the Kingdom of Armenia, the Persian Empire. It is among one of the most popular travel destinations in Turkey. Doğu Anadolu Bölgesi’nde doğudan İran’la, batıdan Van Gölü’yle çevrilen şehir, M.Ö. 5000 yıllarına dayanan bi