Artvin
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Artvin is a city in the Black Sea Region of Turkey.
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[edit] History
Populated since before the Bronze Age, Artvin was populated by the Hurri, and then the Urartu. While a part of the Kingdom of Colchis, it was frequently overrun, by the Scythians and then Arabs, until the Byzantines took it in 1023. The territory changed hands many times in the next centuries, until it was under Ottoman control in 1627. At the end of the Russo-Turkish war in 1829 it was ceded to Russia, only to be returned to the Ottoman Empire after another Russo-Turkish war in 1878, but meanwhile the instability caused an exodus of the population. While there was discussion of integrating the region into Georgia, the 1921 Treaty of Kars secured it as Turkish territory.
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Located in a vally, the most important street is Inönü Caddesi, in the center of town, surrounded by mountain ridges. The bus station is a few kilometers north of the city.
[edit] Getting there
[edit] By plane
The closest airport is in Erzurum.
[edit] By train
[edit] By car
[edit] By bus
From Istanbul, there are a few daily buses. The ticket costs 65 lira, and the trip takes 22-23 hours. There are occasional buses from Ankara, the 17 hour trip costs 60-70 lira. There are also frequent buses between Samsum, Hopa, and Ardahan.
[edit] By boat
[edit] Getting around
[edit] By car
While it is possible to reach Artvin by car, there will likely be delays because of road construction.
[edit] By public transport
To and from the bus station, there are service buses. Taxis are generally available.
[edit] By foot
Most sites can be visited on foot.
[edit] By bike
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[edit] See
Fortress High above the river, this Georgian construction was built in 1793. Unfortunately, it is currently in a military zone, but can still be seen from a distance.
Dört Kilise, a nearby village, has a tenth century basilica, complete with its the remains of its paintings, and the ruins of another chapel.
[edit] Do
Participate in the Kafkasör Kültür ve Sanat Festivali, an arts and culture festival, including bull wrestling.
[edit] Eat
Traditional Turkish fast food is readily available here, particularly along Inönü Caddesi.
Nazar Restoran has great views, but the food is lacking.
Bizim Kebap Salonu, also on Inönü Caddesi, is popular.
[edit] Drink
Tea gardens are throughout the city, but alcohol is less common.
[edit] Sleep
[edit] Budget
The very cheap Otel Ugrak on Hamam Sokak, has clean rooms with hot water. The rooms are 10-15 lira for 1-2 people.
[edit] Mid-Range
The slightly higher standard Kaçar Oteli has rooftop bar and lounge. The rooms range 25-35 lira for 1-2 people.
[edit] Upscale
[edit] Work
The common industries here are agricultural, including beekeeping.
[edit] Learn
Artvin Çoruh Üniversitesi was founded in 2007.
[edit] Keep connected
[edit] Internet
Among others, there are internet cafes along the main street, Inönü Caddesi.
[edit] Phone
Cell phone proveders have shops all over the city.
[edit] Post
The post office is located on Inönü Caddesi.
[edit] Safety
The main police station is located at 1 Dinç Sokak.
[edit] Stay Healthy
The state hospital is located on Hastane Caddesi.
[edit] External links
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