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“A remote, medieval castle in the Middle Eastern desert”

Hosap Castle (Hosap Kalesi)

4 of 5 stars
ipggi
London, United Kingdom
20 Oct 2009

Hoşap Castle is a relatively easy destination to reach and is worth the effort. There is a Metro Tourizm office in southern, central Van on Cumhuriyet Caddesi a couple 100m past the Van Tourism...more

“Well worth the effort with stunning views and historic artwork.”

Church of the Holy Cross (Akdamar Kilisesi)

5 of 5 stars
ipggi
London, United Kingdom
20 Oct 2009

Okay it might not be the easiest place to reach but it is well worth the effort. This is my experience to Akdamar Island from Van. The first thing I did was to go to the Tourist Office and obtained a...more

“Business/Tour bus hotel that is a good base for Van province”

Tamara Otel

3 of 5 stars
ipggi
London, United Kingdom
20 Oct 2009

There are two parts to this hotel. First are the rooms in the newer section above the hotel lobby and below the breakfast cafe/conference room, which I did not stay in these so I cannot comment. I...more

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