Ağrı
From Turkey Travel Guide
Ağrı is a city in the Eastern Anatolia Region of Turkey.
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[edit] History
Located on the eastern border of Turkey, Ağrı has been a settlement place for different civilizations since the ancient times. Hurris were one of the oldest civilisations that settled in Ağrı (between 1340-1200 BC). In the middle of the 7th century, Arabs took control of the area and the Byzantines followed them. Later in 1054, the Seljuks conquered the city from the Byzantines. During the Ottoman Empire, the province was a sanjak called Doğu Bayazıt. It became a city center in 1927. Taking its name from the Mount Ağrı, the city called as Ağrı in 1938.
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Located on the eastern borders of Turkey, Ağrı has borders with Iran on the east, Kars on the north, Erzurum on the north-west, Muş and Bitlis on the south-west, Van on the south and Iğdır on the north-east.
[edit] Getting there
[edit] By plane
There's an airport in Ağrı which is 7km away from the city center and can be reached via phone numbers +90(472)215 9513, +90(472)216 0402 or +90(472)216 0401. For further information on the Turkish Airlines you can check its website [1] or call the phone number +90(212)444 0 849.
[edit] By train
For further information on the trains schedules you can either check Turkish Railways TCDD website [2] or call the train station in Ağrı at +90(472)213 7919.
[edit] By car
There are highways from Erzurum and Van directions reaching Ağrı.
[edit] By bus
There are buses running from major cities to this direction. Bus terminal's phone number is +90(472)212 0963.
[edit] By boat
There's no sea connection via this direction.
[edit] Getting around
Ağrı's districts are ; Diyadin, Doğubeyazıt, Eleşkirt, Hamur, Patnos, Taşlıçay and Tutak.
[edit] By car
Traffic code for Ağrı is 04.
[edit] By public transport
There are city buses that belong to municipality, running around the city for cheap fares.
[edit] By foot
The city center is small and can be covered by walking.
[edit] By bike
Biking friendly during the summer time (except the rough weather conditions during winter).
[edit] Weather
Terrestrial climate dominates Ağrı with rough winter conditions. The weather gets very cold, the temperature can go as low as -52°C.
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[edit] See
See the worlwide famous Ağrı Dağı (Mount Ararat) which is 90 km to the south of the city, close to the town of Doğubeyazıt.
Visit the Buz Cave which is located on the slope of Mount Ağrı, near Telçeker town.
[edit] Do
Enjoy the thermal centers of Ağrı. There are Yılanlı, Davut and Köprü thermal springs in Diyadin where the spring waters are beneficial for rheumatism and dermatological problems.
Buy mohair gloves and socks that are great for cold winters.
[edit] Eat
The local cuisine is very rich and tasty. Some of the local dishes are Halise (made of wheat and rabbit meat), Hıngel ( kind of ravioli dish with mince), Ayran Aşı (soup with yoghurt and wheat), Selekeli (meat dish) and famous Abdigör meatballs.
[edit] Drink
There are some cafes where mostly men gather to drink tea or coffee. Please note that there are no bars located around the city.
[edit] Sleep
[edit] Budget
[edit] Mid-Range
Büyük Ağrı Otel is a 3 stars hotel located in the city center, only 3km far away from the airport. There are 2 suits and 50 rooms in total. Its address is Erzurum Caddesi, No : 3 and phone numbers are ;+90(472)215 4861 and +90(472)215 1140.
Kılıçaslan Otel [3] is located on Kağızman Caddesi, No : 25 in the city center. This nice and clean hotel can be reached via phone numbers +90(472)215 1116 and +90(472)215 9199.
[edit] Upscale
[edit] Work
Economy is very poor and there are no job oppurtunities. People mostly make their living by livestock.
[edit] Learn
Ağrı İbrahim Çeçen University [4] has 3 faculties, 2 institutes, 1 college and 2 vocational schools. It's located on Erzurum Road and can be reached via phone number Yolu +90(472)215 1182.
[edit] Keep connected
[edit] Internet
There are internet cafes located in the city center offering internet services for cheap prices.
[edit] Phone
Look for the metered phones. The phone code for Ağrı is +90 (472).
[edit] Post
There are three branches of national post office (PTT)[[5]] located in the city and the main one is on Cumhuriyet Caddesi, No: 6. It can be reached via phone number +90(472)216 0666.
[edit] Safety
Ağrı is a safe city but for emergencies you can call 155 or reach the police department of Ağrı [6] at +90(472)215 2356 or +90(505)318 0400.
[edit] Stay Healthy
Ağrı Devlet Hastanesi (State hospital)[7] is located in Fırat Mahallesi, Fakülte Bulvarı in the city center. Its phone number is +90(0472)215 1056.
Özel Ağrı Ortadoğu Hastanesi (Private hospital)[8] is located in Abide Mahallesi, Erzurum Bulvarı and can be reached via phone number +90(472)215 7171.
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