Dogubeyazit is a town in Eastern Anatolia, Turkey.
When going towards east to Iran, this is the last Turkish town you'll come across.
- Beyazit mosque.
- The ancient Armenian cemetery.
- Ishak Pasa Sarayi. This ancient fortress, castle and mosque is stunningly beautiful, and is a must see when in Dougbeyazit. Try to go on a dry, sunny day. entrance fee: 3 TL.
- For a taxi from the town center, expect to pay approximately 10-15 TL one way. Worth considering asking the taxi driver to wait at the
- There is a dolmus service to the Palace; but hitch-hiking was quicker both going up and coming down so no idea about the price.
- Alternatively, it's a very stiff walk all the way up (or down); in summer it may be dangerous.
- Eski Beyazit. Old town probably built during Urartu times at 800 BC. It has the tomb of Ahmedi Xani, the famous Kurdish poet and philosopher, and also the ruins of the Urartian castle and a mosque.
- Mount Ararat. One of the best views of the mountain are from Dogubeyazit city itself.
- Durupınar site. This area is famous for the rock formation assumed to be the remains of Noah's Ark.
- Balık Gölü. A lake in a lava bed
- The Ice Cave.
- Meteor crater.
Ishak Pasa Sarayi. This ancient fortress, castle and mosque is stunningly beautiful, and is a must see when in Dougbeyazit. Try to go on a dry, sunny day. entrance fee: 3 TL.
- For a taxi from the town center, expect to pay approximately 10-15 TL one way. Worth considering asking the taxi driver to wait at the
- There is a dolmus service to the Palace; but hitch-hiking was quicker both going up and coming down so no idea about the price.
- Alternatively, it's a very stiff walk all the way up (or down); in summer it may be dangerous.
Eski Beyazit. Old town probably built during Urartu times at 800 BC. It has the tomb of Ahmedi Xani, the famous Kurdish poet and philosopher, and also the ruins of the Urartian castle and a mosque.
Mount Ararat. One of the best views of the mountain are from Dogubeyazit city itself.
Durupınar site. This area is famous for the rock formation assumed to be the remains of Noah's Ark.
Balık Gölü. A lake in a lava bed
The Ice Cave.
Meteor crater.
Beyazit mosque.
- Climb Mount Ararat (5,137 metres/16,854 ft), on the border of Turkey and Iran, supposedly where Noah's Ark landed. Guides and vehicles are available in Dogubeyazit. The climb is long, but there is a fairly easy route from the south in late summer for climbers who are familiar with the use of axe and crampons. Snow covers the last 400 m (¼ mile) year-round. There are two possible campsites on the mountain, and the glacier begins around 4,800 m (15,750 ft). International climbers need a climbing permit that can be obtained through the Turkish embassies or, the easier option is to let your guide's company do it. Expect the authorities to process your permit application in two months. You also need a licensed guide to accompany you on the trek. People most often attempt to climb upp to the summit and return to Dogubayazit in 4 days. However, you may need more time to acclimatise, so it can be wise to add an extra day.
You may also want to climb other mountains in the region, such as Mt Suphan, as part of your acclimatisation.
Some local experienced guides that you can contact ahead of time are erkan sedef erkanararat@hotmail.com mobile:+90 542 732 2454
Climb Mount Ararat (5,137 metres/16,854 ft), on the border of Turkey and Iran, supposedly where Noah's Ark landed. Guides and vehicles are available in Dogubeyazit. The climb is long, but there is a fairly easy route from the south in late summer for climbers who are familiar with the use of axe and crampons. Snow covers the last 400 m (¼ mile) year-round. There are two possible campsites on the mountain, and the glacier begins around 4,800 m (15,750 ft). International climbers need a climbing permit that can be obtained through the Turkish embassies or, the easier option is to let your guide's company do it. Expect the authorities to process your permit application in two months. You also need a licensed guide to accompany you on the trek. People most often attempt to climb upp to the summit and return to Dogubayazit in 4 days. However, you may need more time to [[Altitude sickness|acclimatise]], so it can be wise to add an extra day.
Try to get a rare Abdigor Kofte. It is a fist size meatball on the pilaf but it difficult to find because not many people know how to cook it. This dish cannot be found anywhere else. It is a local delicacy that can be found only in Dogubayazit.
- The Yöresel Yemek Evi (formerly Doguş Restaurant) is not bad, but is overpriced and often crammed with tour groups.
The Yöresel Yemek Evi (formerly Doguş Restaurant) is not bad, but is overpriced and often crammed with tour groups.
- Cafe shop on Kermelsi Rd. in the center of Dogubeyazit
- Pure fruit juice shop, makes nice pure juice! Istanplak Avenue in eastern Dogubeyazit