UNESCO Candidate Nemrut Crater Lake Dazzles In Winter

UNESCO candidate Nemrut Crater Lake, located in Türkiye Bitlis province, has turned into white after snowfall. The air temperature dropped to 8 degree Celsius below zero, and the snowy mountains and trees surrounding it presented a impressive scenery

Lake Nemrut is the second largest crater lake in the world and the largest in Turkey, and is named after Nemrut, the Babylonian ruler who lived in 2100 BC. Lake Nemrut, the remains of Lake Van basin, is located between Tatvan, Ahlat and Güroymak districts of Bitlis province.

Nemrut Crater Lake, which is the second in the world in terms of its size, covers one third of the entire crater with an area of ​​13 km². It is possible to do angling in the lake where carp live. Concerts, swimming races and sailing shows held on the lake in summer are other activities that might interest you.

Among the five lakes in the crater, the second place in terms of size has a hot spring. Swimming in the hot water pools on its shores is among the activities that those who want to enjoy the spa enjoy the most. There are hot steam crevices, which are believed to be good for various diseases, about 150 meters east of the lake. Nature lovers and photography enthusiasts should definitely visit the lake, which offers magnificent views to its visitors. In order to get the most fascinating view, it is necessary to spend the night here and wait for the morning. From this 2,935-meter summit, you can witness one of the most beautiful views of the sunrise and the unique view of the lake and its surroundings with the fog clouds rising from the summit.

On the southern slopes of Mount Nemrut, there is a ski center that is in high demand in winter seasons with its chair lifts and cable cars and accommodation facilities. Those who want to ski while watching the view of Lake Van should definitely experience this pleasure.