Things to Do

Things to Do in Van

There are 11 attractions in Van. Akdamar Island, lake island with medieval armenian church and frescoes, is the most popular.

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Akdamar Island

Lake island with medieval Armenian church and frescoes

Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Aghtamar

Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Aghtamar

Armenian church on Lake Van's island

Van Fortress

Ancient fortified citadel overlooking Lake Van's southern shore

Archaeological Site

Kuş Island

Small island in Lake Van with archaeological remains

Lake Erçek

Alkaline lake east of Van, important bird habitat

Ktuts monastery

Ktuts monastery

Ruined Armenian monastery overlooking Lake Van region

Çarpanak Island

Çarpanak Island

Island in Lake Van, eastern Turkey

Adır Island

Island in Lake Van near eastern Turkish shore

Van Museum

Museum exhibiting Urartian artifacts and regional history

Çavuştepe

Ancient Urartian fortress and archaeological site near Van

Archaeological Site

Mount Erek

Mountain in eastern Turkey overlooking Van region