Siirt GoTürkiye
Set in the ancient lands of Mesopotamia and on the legendary King’s Road, Siirt acts as a bridge between civilizations with its 12,000-year history.
see
Set within the boundaries of Siirt province, Botan Valley (Botan Vadisi) is the deep valley formed by the western-flowing Botan River (Botan Nehri), which takes its source from the foothills of the high mountains in the south of Bitlis.
touch
It has become a tradition for visitors to Siirt to buy a blanket, and to present a blanket to those who leaving Siirt.
taste
One of the most important characteristics of Pervari honey (Pervari balı) is that it is produced by bees that live amid its diverse flora – hundreds of flowers and plants.
smell
A visit to Siirt is not complete without trying its world-famous soap, called bıttım.
listen
Take a wander through the Coppersmith’s Bazaar (Bakırcılar Çarşısı), where artisans shape copper by hand, beating it with hammers.
routes
10 vibes for Siirt
Visit the Gerra Inn, which is probably as ancient as the King’s Road, adorning the banks of Botan Stream.
at a glance
If you want a quick tour of Siirt, start with the area famous for its rock-carved “cas” houses, then move on to the Tomb of İsmail Fakirullah.