Things to Do in Başçiftlik: 5 Places to Visit

Places to Visit in Başçiftlik

• 1 Historic
• 3 Nature
• 1 Attraction

While you are in Başçiftlik, you can also see the highlights of Tokat province. These places are in other districts; Başçiftlik is about 75 km from the provincial centre.

• Tokat Castle — The oldest traces of the castle date from the 5th–6th centuries; the rocky outcrops serve as a natural fortress, while the walls and chambers are man-made.
• Gök Madrasa — An Anatolian Seljuk madrasa built in 1277 on two storeys.
• Ali Paşa Mosque — A mosque on the city square, built in 1572 in the reign of Selim II; it is known for the centuries-old tree in front of it.
• Taşhan (Voyvoda Han) — An Ottoman caravanserai built in the 17th century of cut stone and brick, with two storeys and an open courtyard.
• Ballıca Cave — A cave 33 km from Tokat city centre, about 680 metres long, with 5 levels and 9 halls.
• Sulusokak and Deveciler Caravanserai — The street that forms the old city centre and bazaar, home to historic buildings such as the Arasta, Deveciler Caravanserai and Çukur Madrasa.

Practical Information for Visiting Başçiftlik

Suggested time

1 day

Best time to visit

Summer months (June–August)

Places to visit

5 places

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  Keşkek (wheat and lamb porridge)

  A traditional dish prepared by boiling crushed wheat and lamb for hours. In Başçiftlik it is the crowning dish of weddings and festive tables.

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  Yağlaç (buttered flatbread)

  A local pastry made by folding thinly rolled yufka with butter and cooking it on a sač. It is eaten at breakfast and as a snack.

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  Başçiftlik Keşkeği (Başçiftlik-style keşkek)

  The municipality lists the Başçiftlik Keşkeği among the local products it served to visitors at the 6th Tokat Promotion Days.

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  Başçiftlik Şeker Fasulyesi (Başçiftlik sugar beans)

  Listed among the local products the municipality promoted at the Tokat Promotion Days.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Başçiftlik

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  Plateau Migration Tradition

  Every summer, families migrate to the plateaus with their animals, sustaining traditional plateau life. This tradition is an important part of the cultural identity of the region.

Local Products

• Organic Honey — Flower honey obtained through beekeeping on high plateaus. It is marketed to neighbouring provinces for its natural and unadulterated character.

Economy

The economy of Başçiftlik is based on agriculture and livestock farming. Wheat, barley and fodder crops are the main agricultural products. Large and small livestock farming and beekeeping are important sources of livelihood.

How to Get to Başçiftlik

Başçiftlik is 75 km from Tokat city centre. Access is by road. Regular minibus services run from Tokat.

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Başçiftlik: Frequently Asked Questions

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Other Districts of Tokat

• Tokat Central District 4 places Tokat Castle, Ali Paşa Mosque and Tokat Museum
• Almus 3 places Almus Dam Lake, Almus Castle and Çamlıbel Nature Park
• Artova 5 places Artova Castle, Yıldıztepe Plateau and Artova Grand Mosque
• Erbaa 6 places Kelkit Valley, Erbaa Castle and Kocapınar Picnic Area
• Niksar 5 places Melik Gazi Tomb, Niksar Castle and Yağıbasan Madrasa
• Pazar 8 places Ballıca Cave, Pazar Castle and Çamiçi Plateau
• Reşadiye 5 places Reşadiye Castle, Kelkit Valley Viewpoints and Reşadiye Grand Mosque
• Sulusaray 4 places Sebastopolis Ancient City, Sulusaray Hot Springs and Roman Bath Remains
• Turhal 7 places Turhal Sugar Factory (Turhal Şeker Fabrikası), Turhal Castle (Turhal Kalesi) and Yeşilırmak Banks (Yeşilırmak Kıyıları)
• Yeşilyurt 2 places Yeşilyurt Castle and Yeşilyurt Plateaus
• Zile 6 places Zile Castle, Zile Clock Tower and Maşat Höyük