Lake Van

Lake Van in eastern Türkiye offered a stunning view as the evening sun turned the sky crimson, with shades of orange and red reflecting across its clear waters. Residents along the shore captured the postcard-like scenes on their…

Children swimming in Türkiye's Lake Van, the world's largest soda lake, are experiencing a surprising transformation during summer vacations – their hair turns blonde. Due to the high concentration of soda water and strong sunlight,…

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…

In the Tatvan district of Bitlis province, eastern Türkiye, drivers and passengers on the Ahlat-Tatvan highway witnessed a breathtaking sunrise over Lake Van. Setting out before dawn, many stopped to photograph the scene…

The waters flowing from stream beds after the recent rain and floods in the Ahlat district of Bitlis, Türkiye, dyed Lake Van brown, creating an unusual sight. "Lake Van has turned red with rainwater. This is the first time we've seen…

After a week of snowfall and freezing temperatures in Tatvan, the sun revealed a breathtaking sight over Lake Van, Türkiye. Intense evaporation, known as "sea smoke," occurred as warm water met the cold air, creating a mesmerizing scene.…

Flamingos that come from Africa and Iran's Lake Urmia every year and stay for a while in Türkiye's Lake Van Basin and then migrate to African countries have extended their stay around Lake Van this year due to the weather being above…

The vibrant redness of Lake Erçek, located in Van, Türkiye, formed stunning views at sunset, enhanced by the presence of flamingos. Situated 30 kilometers east of Lake Van, Lake Erçek is a natural bird paradise and home to…

Severe thunderstorms in the Ahlat district of Bitlis, Türkiye, brought dramatic lightning strikes over Lake Van, illuminating the night sky. The storms, which followed warnings from meteorologists, produced powerful lightning that…

In Türkiye, children swimming in Lake Van, the world's largest soda lake, experience a surprising change in hair color during the summer. The high soda content and sun exposure cause their hair to turn blond. This effect fades in the winter…