Bitlis
Tombstones found in Hasankeyf 'unique'
Tombstones with inverted triangle ornaments that have been found in the historical Hasankeyf district of the southeastern province of Batman are believed to be unique to the district.
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7 traffickers detained, over 80 foreigners held in eastern Turkey
Seven traffickers were detained and over 80 foreign nationals illegally brought into the country were held in eastern Turkey, authorities said on March 6.
Local police teams carried out an operation against migrant smuggling in the Tatvan district of the eastern Bitlis province, the provincial governorate said in a statement.
Sunset scenery in Lake Nazik
Located in the eastern province of Bitlis, Lake Nazik enchants visitors with its mesmerizing sights during sunset. (AA Photo)
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Military helicopter crashes in southeast Turkey
A military helicopter crashed in southeast Turkey, killing nine soldiers and injuring four, the defense ministry said on March 4.
The helicopter crashed in the town of Tatvan, in the Bitlis province.
The Cougar type helicopter was on its way to Tatvan from the nearby province of Bingöl when it disappeared from radar at 2:25 pm (1125 GMT), the ministry said.
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Turkey records sixth warmest December in 2020
Last month was the sixth warmest December in the last 50 years in Turkey, Turkish scientists said on June. 14.
Data compiled by Anadolu Agency from the Turkish State Meteorological Service showed the historical average temperature for the month was 4.6 °C (40 °F).
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Blanket of fog covers eastern Bitlis province
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Houbara bustard under treatment
A houbara bustard, which was spotted only twice in the last 100 years in Turkey, has been found wounded in Bitlis and taken under treatment at the Van Yüzüncü Yıl University Rehabilitation Center for the Protection of Wild Animals.
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Experts register butterflies around Lake Van
Butterflies in Turkey's eastern Lake Van basin, which is home to many living beings with its rich flora, high altitude and unique nature, have started flying as their spawning period begins.
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Water buffalos washed in Bitlis thermal spring
Water buffalos enjoyed the warming waters of a thermal hot spring in the eastern province of Bitlis. (DHA Photo)
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Nemrut Crater Lake in Turkey’s east enchants visitors
The mesmerizing Nemrut Crater Lake, in eastern Bitlis province's Tatvan district, enchants domestic and foreign visitors with its picturesque sights, uncharted natural heritage and an extensive range of biodiversity. (Photos: Alamy)