The 4.8-magnitude earthquake that occurred in Erbil, Iraq, on Wednesday evening jolted the neighboring Turkish province of Hakkari as well, causing damage in many houses in Yeşiltaş village
“A big earthquake occurred last night and it was felt very much in our village. It was very scary. We heard sounds from underground. We couldn’t even get inside our house and we spent the night in a tent. We are waiting for urgent help from the authorities,” said a local.
A full moon rising over Lake Van in the Ahlat district of Türkiye’s Bitlis province created a breathtaking spectacle as it reflected off the calm waters. Locals and visitors gathered along the lakeshore to witness and photograph the scene, with many describing it as an unforgettable moment.
Nature photographer Şahin Şerefoğlu, who captured the moonrise at Ahlat Pier, said, “We’re in one of the most beautiful places to watch the full moon. We invite all nature lovers to experience this view.”
Travelers from other regions, including Şanlıurfa, also came to enjoy the view, turning the lakeside into a popular spot for moon gazing and photography.
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