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5 places to visit in the Yayladere district of Bingöl: Peri Çayı Valley, Yayladere Plateaus and Historic Stone Bridges. Plan your trip to Yayladere with local food, practical tips and transport information.

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History

From around 2100 BC, the area was ruled in turn by the Kummukh, Hurrians, Hittites, Urartians, Persians and Romans. After 1071 it came under the Seljuks, and after 1473 under the Ottomans. The district, formerly called Holhol, was renamed Yayladere in 1959 and was given district status in 1987.

History and Culture

The former name of the district was Holhol; it was changed to Yayladere in 1959. Yayladere and Adaklı became districts in 1987 under the same law. The region was incorporated into Ottoman territory by Yavuz Sultan Selim after the Battle of Çaldıran in 1514.

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Places to Visit in Yayladere

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  • 4 Nature
Nature

Peri Çayı Valley

The Peri Stream valley, which runs through Yayladere, is a favourite spot for nature photographers thanks to its deep canyons and green vegetation. Hiking trails and natural viewpoints are found along the valley.

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Yayladere Plateaus

The plateaus in the higher parts of the district attract nature lovers with their cool summer air and endemic plant species. Traditional plateau life continues here.

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Historic Stone Bridges

Stone bridges from the Ottoman period span the streams and rivers around Yayladere. These bridges are important examples of the region's engineering heritage.

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Mount Sülbüs - Yayladere Photo: User:Ulas karakaya (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Source
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Mount Sülbüs

A volcanic mountain to the north-west of Yayladere.

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Mount Taru

A rocky mountain 2,478 metres high, to the west of the district.

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Places to Visit Around Bingöl Province

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While you are in Yayladere, you can also see the highlights of Bingöl province. These places are in other districts; Yayladere is about 90 km from the provincial centre.

  • Floating Islands Natural Monument — A crater lake in the village of Hazarşah in Solhan, 4.5 km from the Solhan–Bingöl road; on its water, more than 50 metres deep, three islands of soil bound together by plant roots drift slowly like rafts.
  • Bingöl Mountains — An extinct shield volcano rising to 3,193 metres and stretching 50–55 km, which gave the province its name because of its at least 72 lakes formed by Pleistocene glaciation.
  • Buban Fairy Chimneys — Columnar rock formations created by erosion, counted among Bingöl's main natural attractions.
  • Hesarek Ski Resort — On Mount Hesarek, 34 km from Bingöl centre and 45 km from the airport; with five pistes, the longest of them 1,600 metres, and drag-lift and chairlift lines, it offers a ski season of 4–5 months.
  • Kös Hot Springs — The province's best-known thermal springs, 18 km north-east of Bingöl.
  • Kiğı Castle — A castle built on the rocky Görgeç Tepe, north-east of Kiğı; the historic settlement of Kiğı grew up around this castle.

Practical Information for Visiting Yayladere

Suggested time
Half a day
Best time to visit
Summer months
Places to visit
5 places

What to Eat in Yayladere

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  • Çiğ Köfte

    Çiğ köfte, made by kneading fine bulgur with spices, is an essential delicacy at guest tables in Yayladere.

  • Kelecoş (dried bean, chickpea and bulgur stew)

    Made with dried beans, chickpeas and bulgur, kelecoş is one of Yayladere's traditional winter dishes.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Yayladere

  • Plateau Culture

    Yayladere takes its name from its plateau tradition. In summer, families who migrate to the plateaus make their living through traditional tent life and livestock farming.

Local Products

  • Yayladere Honey — Flower honey obtained from the high mountain plateaus, and the most valuable natural product of Yayladere.

Economy

The economy of Yayladere is based on livestock farming and agriculture. Small livestock farming is the district's main source of income. Beekeeping is also an important source of income.

How to Get to Yayladere

Yayladere is 90 km from Bingöl city centre. Minibus services run from Bingöl. Because of the mountainous terrain, transport can become difficult in winter.

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Yayladere: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the places to see in Yayladere?

The five highlights of Yayladere are: Peri Çayı Valley, Yayladere Plateaus, Historic Stone Bridges, Mount Sülbüs and Mount Taru.

What should I eat in Yayladere?

Çiğ Köfte and Kelecoş are the standout dishes on tables in Yayladere.

What is Yayladere famous for?

Yayladere is known for Yayladere Honey and Plateau Culture. The flower honey obtained from the high mountain plateaus is the most valuable natural product of Yayladere.

How do I get to Yayladere?

Yayladere is 90 km from Bingöl city centre. Minibus services run from Bingöl. Because of the mountainous terrain, transport can become difficult in winter.

How much time should I set aside for a visit to Yayladere?

Suggested visit time: half a day. Best time to visit: summer months.

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