EASTERN BLACK SEA REGION

GIRESUN

Giresun Castle

The Pontus Kingdom was built in the 2nd century BC, and the Giresin Castle, which was built, was able to come to the end until it was attacked. Inside the castles, which are only within the walls of today, there are wide walls, tombs, ancient artifacts, stone perspectives and caves. At the same time, the castle, which offers a view that everyone uses, has information about the wonders in Giresun.

Kümbet Plateau 

Kümbet Plateau, which is 57 km from Giresun, is at an altitude of 1750 meters and has a faulty nature view and beauty.

Kuzalan Waterfall 

It has 105 different bird productions and 129 different contents. Kuzalan Waterfall, which offers a beauty with different plant species, is in the region within the Dereli region.

Blue Lake

Blue Lake, which is located in the continuation of Kuzalan Waterfall, has a bit of white with its turquoise colour thanks to its soda water, and naturally fascinates those who come.

Zeytinlik District

It is one of popular ones, with cobblestone streets and Ottoman houses, the oldest of which date back to the 1800s.

Licece Church

The church, which was built in the middle of the 18th century by the Greek people living in the region, consists of two floors. There is also a bell tower in the church.

Sebinkarahisar Fatih Mosque

The mosque, which was built by the order of the Ottoman Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror, is located 116 km from the city center. The mosque, which was built entirely from cut stones in the 15th century, was restored in 1988 and took its current form. The mosque, which is open for worship, is one of the popular places in Giresun.

Virgin Mary Monastery

The monastery, located within the boundaries of Şebinkarahisar district, was built during the Byzantine period, and there are sections such as a dining hall, fountain, dormitory and classroom. It is one of the popular spots in Giresun.

Bahramsah Mosque

It was built by the ruler Muzaffereddin Behramşah in the 12th century. Stone columns were used to keep the dome of the mosque, which was made of cut stone, standing.

Tirebolu Castle

The castle, which is 42 km from the center of Giresun, was built between the 13th and 15th centuries.

GUMUSHANE

Santa Ruins

It consists of 9 different neighborhoods where the Greeks living in the ruins of the 1600s in Santa, located in the village of Gümüşhane. Çakallı, Binatlı, Zurnacili, Piştofli, İşhanlı, Cinganlı, Terzili are the names of the neighborhoods. He is someone who was observed during his trip to Gümüşhane.

Karaca Cave

Karaca Cave, which is 17 km away from Giresun Torul district, is at an altitude of 1550 meters in the sea regions. Having a cave that admires the visitors of the stalactites and stalagmites in it is protected by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

Kadırga Plateau

The plateau, which is located in the Kurtün district of Giresun, is the most popular among the springs in this region. Its Friday festivities section until the summer productions continue on Friday, the 3rd of July production in the highland. The attractive feature of the plateau is the mosque with 2 minarets.

Spider Forests

It is located among large trees and spruce trees in the forests in the town of Kürtün. There are 400 waterfalls and streams. It was declared a nature protection area with the elections of the forest ministry.

Kav Castle

Kav Castle, located in Esenyurt village of Gümüşhane, was built in 1631 by 3rd Aleksios. Kav Castle, one of the most beautiful surviving castles in the Eastern Black Sea Region, has a magnificent appearance because it was built on a single rock. The castle, which was restored in 2008, has been taken under protection as an archaeological site by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

Gumushane Bridge

The bridge, located on the Harşit Stream, was built in 1575 by Habibi, son of Ferruhzat, during the Seljuk period.
 

BAYBURT

Bayburt Castle

Bayburt Castle, also known as the castle of Çin-ü Maç, is also the 3rd largest castle in Turkey. The castle was built on the road connecting the Black Sea and the Persian Gulf, and was used by the Romans, Armenians, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans throughout history.

Soganli Pass

The Soğanlı Pass, which was a pass made by the Russians by forcing Turkish soldiers in 1916, has the title of the most dangerous road in the world with its 29 bends. It is among the places to see during the Bayburt trip.
 

Aydıntepe Underground City

The underground city, which was found by chance during a construction excavation, has a history of approximately 3000 years. Aydıntepe underground city, which is known as the place where people who escaped from Roman persecution in the early days of Christianity took shelter, consists of galleries and rooms carved into the rock without using any materials.

Bayburt Clock Tower

Bayburt Clock Tower, which is the symbol of the city, started to be built in 1923 and was completed in a year. The clock still works today.

Korgan Bridge

Korgan Bridge, which is in the works of the Seljuk period, is made of cut stone and is described as a pointed arch bridge according to its features. The bridge is located within the borders of Akşar village of Bayburt and Kemertaş district.

ARTVIN

Borcka Karagol

Borcka Karagol, located 57 km from the center of Artvin, is among the most beautiful lakes in the world. In Karagöl, which was declared a nature park in 2002, besides the tent rental service, you can also stay with your own tent, take a stroll in the lake by renting a boat, and take a walk in the hiking areas.

Macahel which consists of 6 villages in the Borcka district of Artvin, is among the places most preferred by nature lovers with its natural beauties. You can benefit from the restaurants and cafes in the complex, which has social facilities as well as Turkey's largest Atatürk statue, which was built by the Artvin municipality in 2017.

Hell Creek Canyon

Hell Creek Canyon, which is 7 km away from Ardanuç district of Artvin, is one of the rare canyons in the world and has the distinction of being the second largest canyon in the world after the Grand Canyon in America.

Artvin Castle

Artvin Castle, also known as Livane Castle, is located on the Coruh River. There are chapel and cistern ruins in the castle, which is one of the most important historical buildings of the city.

Karçal Mountains

Amongst the attractive natural beauties of Artvin, Karçal Mountains attract attention with its rich life and plants, as well as numerous glacial and glacial lakes. Karçal Mountains are among the most preferred places for trekking.

Bilbilan Plateau 

The plateaus that come from Bilbibi are among the most preferred places. Its location intertwined with nature determines the inner differences of its natural beauties.

Iskender Pasha Mosque is located in Adakale, Ardanuç district of Artvin, the mosque was built in 1553 during the reign of Hz. Usman. During the Ottoman period, the church was converted into a mosque. 

Tibetan Church

Between 899 and 914, the church is in the village of Cevizli, in the town of Artvin. The apostle figures in the church and the ram statues on the ceiling attract attention.

Ferhatli Castle 

The castle, which was built by King Vahtang, is one of the rare castles that has survived until today. The castle is also known as the meeting point of Ferhat and Şirin in the story of Ferhat and Şirin, a classic love story in Turkish folk literature.

Porta Monastery

Porta Monastery, located in Pirnallı village of Artvin, was built by Prince Khaoi between 896-918. The architectural features of the monastery, which stands out with its historical and natural beauty, are important in terms of reflecting its period.

Ortacalar Double Bridge

It is located in Ortacalar, Artvin, the bridge takes its visitors on a journey through history with its 700-year history.

Camili Gorgit Nature Reserve

Camili Gorgit, one of the most preferred natural areas of the region, offers a unique natural environment to its visitors with its monumental trees, lush vegetation and natural area.

Ishan Church

Located in Ishan village of Artvin, the church was built between 759 and 861, in the classroom of Khandza's nephew. The church was converted into a mosque in the 16th century, when the Ottomans captured Artvin, and is in use as a mosque that will continue until 1983.

Dolishane Church 

Located in Hamamlı village of Artvin, the church was built in the 10th century by the order of Sumbath, the king of Bagratlı. The building, which was converted into a mosque in the 17th century, is not used today.

Kamilet Valley

The richness of fauna and flora in the Kamilet valley, which is among the rare natural beauties of both Turkey and Europe, is worth seeing. It is also noteworthy that some plant species in the Kamilet valley are used in the production of medicinal drugs.

RIZE

Ayder Plateau 

Ayder Plateau, which is known all over the world, was taken under protection as a national park in 1994. The storm stream in Ayder Plateau, which stands out for its natural beauties, is among the most suitable rafting tracks in the world.

Gito Plateau

Gito Plateau, located in Çamlıhemşin district of Rize, is described as the house of the clouds. So much so that because the clouds stay below the plateau, those who visit the region feel the clouds under their feet.

Rize Castle

Rize Castle, located in the city center, was built during the Genoese period. The lower part of the castle, which consists of 3 parts, namely the inner castle, the lower castle and the walls, has not survived to the present day.

Bell Castle

Zil Castle, located on the Fırtına Stream, 15 km from the Çamlıhemşin district of Rize, is the most famous historical structure of Rize. It consists of 3 parts: the castle, the inner castle, the outer walls and the middle walls. At the same time, the castle, which has a 4-storey tower, has a magnificent architecture. Zil Castle is one of the popular places during your visit to Rize.

Anzer Plateau

Anzer Plateau, which is 35 km away from Ikizdere district of Rize, has made its name known with its honey. Anzer Plateau offers its visitors opportunities such as summit climbing, paragliding and trekking.

Ovit Plateau

Ovit Plateau, which is famous for its annual festivals, is one of the places frequented by local tourists with its natural beauties and nearly 502 Black Sea houses.

Kaçkar Mountains National Park

There are meadows, lakes, streams and glacial valleys in the Kaçkar Mountains in the Çamlıhemşin district of Rize. The Kaçkar Mountains National Park, which hosts different kinds of plants and animals, is also the only place where the rhododendrons grown in Turkey reach 3000 meters. It is one of the must-see places among the places to visit in Rize.

Micron Bridge

Located in the Aşağı Şimşirli village of Çamlıhemşin district of Rize, the bridge was built in the 19th century during the Ottoman period. The bridge, which used cut stone and rubble in its construction, was repaired in 1999.

TRABZON

Long Lake

Uzungöl, which is the most touristic place of Trabzon province, is a lake formed centuries ago in the forest and a village formed around the lake. Uzungöl, which is located in a magnificent nature, is among the places to be seen in Trabzon trips.

Cal Cave

Çal Cave, located within the borders of Düzköy village of Trabzon, is the second longest cave in the world where you can see magnificent stalagmites, stalactites, waterways, waterfalls and lakes thanks to the walking path. It is one of the popular places in Trabzon.

Sultan Murat Plateau

The plateau, which was used by the Ottoman Sultan Murat IV during his return from the Iran campaign and stayed for 4 days, is located in the Çaykara district of Trabzon.

Trabzon Castle

It is thought that the castle, located in the center of Trabzon, was built in the Roman period before Christ. The castle consists of three parts: the upper fortress, the middle fortress and the lower fortress.

Hidirnebi Plateau

One of the most beautiful and favorite plateaus of Trabzon, Hıdırnebi Plateau is a natural wonder and is one of the places that should be visited by those who want to spend time in the natural environment. Traditional plateau festivals are held on 20 July every year in the Hıdırnebi plateau.

Trabzon Hagia Sophia Museum

The bell tower was added in 1427 to the church, which was built by the Komnenes president in the 13th century. The building, which was converted into a mosque after Trabzon came under the rule of the Ottoman Empire, continued to be used as a mosque for many years. The building, which continued to be used as a museum with the decision taken in 1944, still serves as a museum today.

Altındere Valley

Altındere valley located in Maçka is the biggest national park of Trabzon with its untouched and clean nature and the Sümela monastery it contains and a walk of more than 60 km. It is one of the places that must be in the list of places to visit in Trabzon.

Bedesten

The building, which was first built by the Genoese in the 11th century, was turned into a covered bazaar when the Ottoman state dominated the region. Bedesten, which is placed on four different elephant feet, consists of 48 rooms in total.

Little Ayvasil Church

The church, which is the oldest building remaining from the Byzantine period in the region, was built between 884 and 885. The church, which is immediately noticed due to its castle-like appearance, attracts the attention of tourists who come to visit the city with this feature. The church, which is among the places to visit in Trabzon, is not used today.

Sumela Monastery

Sumela Monastery, which is perhaps the first of the historical places that comes to mind when Trabzon is mentioned, is approximately 45 km from Trabzon. It is located within the borders of Altındere National Park, Sümela Monastery was built between 365-395. The monastery was built on steep rocks and is one of the rare structures built in this style with its appearance. It is one of the popular places in Trabzon.

Gulbahar Hatun Mosque

The mosque is located 50 km from Trabzon, the mosque was built in 1514 by the Ottoman Sultan Yavuz Sultan Selim, in the name of his mother.

Vaselon Monastery

The monastery, located approximately 40 km from the city center, is the most important monastery of the region. The monastery, which belongs to the Greeks, was built in 270. The monastery, which was restored many times, was first repaired in 565 at the request of Emperor Justinian I. The Vazelon monastery, which is the richest monastery in the world, was completely abandoned in 1923 with the deportation of the Greeks in the region due to the tension between Turkey and Greece in 1922. The monastery is one of the popular places in Trabzon.