Erzincan

A severe overnight downpour in the eastern Turkish city of Erzincan brought a spectacular display of lightning and thunder that briefly turned the dark sky into daylight. The intense electrical storm created a mesmerizing visual spectacle…

Nature enthusiasts are flocking to Türkiye's Erzincan province to escape city stress by hiking, climbing, and camping in the 3,000-meter-high Munzur Mountains. Rising in popularity among both domestic and international tourists,…

Passengers arriving in Erzincan aboard the Tourist Eastern Express visited the historic district of Kemaliye, a member of Türkiye’s Cittaslow (Slow Cities) network. Designated as Türkiye’s 21st Cittaslow town in 2022, Kemaliye attracted…

The Stone Road in Kemaliye, eastern Türkiye, known as one of the world’s most challenging roads, has frozen due to extreme winter temperatures. Located between Kemaliye and Divriği, the 7-kilometer route carved into the Dark Canyon is lined…

In Erzincan’s Binkoç village in Türkiye, a fox calmly entered a house and ate the cat food left in the garden, surprising the homeowner. Despite 19 dogs on the property, 12 outside and 7 inside, the fox slipped past them unnoticed. The…

The Munzur Mountains, forming the border between Erzincan and Tunceli in eastern Türkiye, have turned into a palette of yellow and red hues, creating postcard-like views alongside the Ergan and Keşiş Mountains. The region, known for its…

In Erzincan, Türkiye, the Ekşisu Marshes—declared a “wetland of national importance” 18 years ago—serve as a key stopover for nearly 300 bird species migrating between Africa and Asia. The marshes host cranes, storks, pelicans,…

Kemaliye, a scenic district in Türkiye’s Erzincan province, draws nearly 50,000 visitors each summer—ten times its population—thanks to its historic charm, natural beauty, and thrilling outdoor sports. Listed as a “cittaslow” (quiet city),…

A bus carrying people who were going to attend a funeral in Istanbul crashed into a ditch in the Üzümlü district of Erzincan after its brakes failed. A total of 21 people were injured in the accident, one of whom was seriously injured. The…

Stunning footage of mountain goats navigating steep cliffs in the Munzur Mountains, between Erzincan and Tunceli, has captivated viewers. Cinematographer Muhammed Kösen and his team captured these rare creatures, which are protected due to…