Turkey's Gate to the Caucasus: Artvin

Turkey is characterized by the presence of a number of picturesque cities between its territory, which is characterized by the natural beauty of the plains and greenery, mountains, seas, rivers, lakes and a long history, especially in the Turkish north, which is very popular because of the mild atmosphere and the combination of mountain nature with the green plains and distinctive views of the Black Sea with historical places of within the attractive cities of Artvin, which is located on the coast of the Black Sea located in the north-east of Turkey is characterized by picturesque nature as a hand-painted painting the city contains forests with a density of 55% of the land area where the green and blue colors combine between the land and the blue of the sky make up this exquisite plate.

This region has embraced different peoples and civilizations throughout the ages such as Hittites, Byzantines and Ottomans.

Artvin's natural formations range from green forests, enchanting blue sea, streams, magnificent waterfalls, valleys, cliffs and mountains, making it a special attraction for tourists, especially visitors from Georgia's border state with Artvin, so that the visa was canceled between them and Turkey.

What distinguishes the city from the other contain beautiful waterfalls and streams of water flowing from the most famous waterfalls, waterfall and lakes and cliffs with towering mountains, all of these dazzling forms that dazzle all visitors to this charming city visitor can practice hobby photography and photograph natural images very creative and brilliance To those amazing places that are unmatched elsewhere.

The natural richness of this distinctive city is the most important tourist attractions where it attracts a large number of foreign tourists, local and Arab permanently also there are places to sit near the sites under the trees to relax and enjoy the unique beauty, there are a number of wooden houses that visitors can stay In the middle of the vegetative environment, relaxation and relaxation are ideal places to relax.

It can be visited in the spring and autumn and late summer and winter the city is located near the Georgian border and the city is divided into two parts because of crossing the Guru River where it is characterized by long valleys and steep slopes and high mountains stacked up to 3000 meters high abundance of natural forests is one of the most important places for hunting Safari and there are Crater lakes and (craters of volcanoes) located on the tops of high mountains characterized by the growth of black flowers amid the plateaus and green slopes there are various types of plants and animals and a number of historical places such as castles, old bridges and Historical and ancient temples featuring architecture and fine traditional.

It has also been described as a "paradise on earth" and "Turkey's gate to the Caucasus" via Georgia's border gate. Here is a list of the many places to visit in Artvin:

1- Dolishane Church

Built in the 10th century AD, it is a historic lighthouse, 32 km from the city center, and is located in Hamamlı village. For transportation, it is easily secured.It is worth noting that visitors can stay in hotels in the area.

2- Cehennem Deresi Kanyonu
The Strait of Hell is one of the rare natural landmarks in the city of Ardanuç of Artvin state, but few visitors to this strait because of the lack of tourists, it is characterized by this strait and its many cliffs and is the second largest strait river after the Strait of Grand Arizona in the United States of America.

3- Borçka Karagöl Lake
The beautiful Borchka Karagül Lake is located in the town of Artvin in Borçka, near the village of Klaskur. It is known that this lake was formed in 1900 because of the collapse of a hill that blocked the river village of Klaskur, which led to the formation of the lake, and in 2002 was declared a natural park.

4- Dilberdüzü
The most characteristic of this area is the high Kajkar Mountains, which is about 2900 meters high, and the most important activities that can be undertaken by the visitor is climbing these mountains and hiking trips and hiking between the green streams, and you can also camp in this area.

5 - Mençuna waterfall
Located in the town of Arhavi in Artvin, Mençuna Waterfall features a charming natural beauty. Take an excursion around the area and enjoy this breathtaking view.

6 - Artvin Castle
Also called Livane Castle, located on the banks of the Çoruh River opposite the Artvin Bridge, the castle is an important monument of the city. It was established by the King of Belgrade in 937 AD, and in the Ottoman period it was built on the remains of the old castle.

The city has many festivals on a local and global scale. One of the most important activities that the visitor can do is to climb the high Kajkar mountains, hiking and hiking tours between green strolling, climbing beautiful trees, green hills, beautiful waterfalls, natural beauty in water springs, rafting in the Guru River and Barhal River. Catamaran waterfalls, rubber boat rides and other creative activities are also barbecues tonight and enjoy fine Turkish food and other various activities brides on the honeymoon can increase those the very distinctive for more real relaxation and fun.

If you love relaxation, rural atmosphere, adventure and excitement do not miss to go to the city of Artvin in the north-east of the Turkish territory to enjoy all the forms of tourism and very interesting .