Erzurum Airport is a public and military airport serving thousands of in-transit passengers every year. It is located in Erzurum in the eastern Turkey zone. This airport is one of the busiest airports in the country. Since this airport attracts thousands of visitors every year hence it is equipped with all the modern amenities that could be on the wish list of any tourist looking for a luxurious and memorable time. There is a dedicated section having many kiosks providing car hire services for all incoming tourists.
Visit “The Rock”
Erzurum is a city in the eastern part of Turkey. Apart from being the largest city in Turkey it is also its eponymous capital. The NATO code for the city is “The Rock” as it served as a crucial air post for the NATO forces during the cold war.
Erzurum is also the home for conducting all winter sports in Turkey and attracts thousands of participants every year to participate in the Winter Universiade. You can find huge lines on all counters of Erzurum Airport around the time of the Winter Universiade sports and it is recommended to book to and fro tickets beforehand. It would also be wise to ensure that you rush to get a car hire before they run out of stock due to the huge rush.
There are plenty of tourist attractions in Erzurum including –
- Fortress of Citadel – This fort is a reminiscent of the former glory and epitome of architectural excellence of this city. Even though only ruins of this fort are left today it still retains a large part of its former glory and charm. This fortress is about 30 miles off the airport and a car hire will get you to the location in less than 2 hours.
- Minareli Medrese – This is a significant architectural monument of the Seljuk era and contain the famous two minarets (fluted form) that are the crown glory of this madarasa. Both the minarets are decoreated with glazed tiles and bricks and are a feast for the eyes.
- Palandöken Mountain – This is a rare high tectonic mountain located in the Erzurum province of Turkey. This mountain is a prime skiing location in Turkey and also attracts thousands of tourists every year. The ski trail here is the longest in the surrounding area and is a joy to traverse.
A trip to Turkey is not complete without visiting Erzurum and relaxing amidst its beautiful surroundings and enjoying the sights that this city has to offer.
