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Türkiye’s Scenic Lake Van Express Completes 30-Hour Journey to Bitlis

The Lake Van Express, departing from Ankara, completed a captivating 30-hour journey, reaching Tatvan district in Bitlis, Türkiye. Operated by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure’s Republic of Türkiye State Railways (TCDD), this scenic train marks the inaugural trip of the 2023-2024 season.

Running biweekly, the train navigates through Ankara, Kırıkkale, Kayseri, Sivas, Malatya, Elazığ, Bingöl, and Muş before arriving at Tatvan in Bitlis. With nine carriages accommodating 320 passengers, the Van Lake Express offers travelers a chance to immerse themselves in the winter landscapes of the eastern region. The journey between Ankara and Tatvan spans approximately 30 hours.

Some passengers expressed a desire to witness the snow-covered scenery more prominently, as the late arrival of winter hindered this experience. They hope for future trips to showcase the snowscape to its fullest beauty.

 

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Over 3,000 Fires Hit Türkiye in First Half of 2025

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Türkiye has faced a major fire crisis in 2025, with 3,044 fires recorded in the first six months—1,305 in forest areas and 1,739 outside forests. Alarmingly, 624 fires broke out in just the past week. Aerial firefighting teams responded with 16,035 sorties by helicopters and planes to battle the widespread blazes in western Türkiye.

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