South East Anatolia is a region of Turkey that takes
influence from continental and Mediterranean region. It is a place
rich in many beautiful locations and attractions. You will have a
great time spending your vacations in this region as it has many
great places where visitors along with their friends and family can
rejoice.
Many tourists and visitors from different parts of the world seem to
be attracted towards the beautiful locations and attractions of the
South East Anatolia. It has many worth seeing places which will make
you want to see more and learn more about this region.
There are many regions in Turkey that are worth seeing but the
beauty of the South East Anatolia is beyond compare. It has many
attractions which will make you remember this place for a long time.
You will not forget your trip to this place so easily.
The South East Anatolia region of Turkey covers up 9.7 % land of
Turkey having area of 75,000 square km. This region is adjacent of
the Mediterranean and Eastern Anatolia. The borders of Iraq and
Syria are also shared by this region. However the borders of the
provinces do not coincide with that of the regional border.
The climate of the South East Anatolia region is affected by the
climate of the continental as well as the Mediterranean region.
Summer season is quite long and hot. Winter on the other hand is
cold. It mostly rains and snowfalls there. In the current year,
changes were seen in the climate because of the construction of the
dam lake. Dry weather does not last for long now and rainfall on the
other hand has increased.
When it comes to the production of agriculture, there is similarity
in the South East Anatolia region and the Central Anatolian Region.
Many grains and vegetables are grown on the arable lands of this
region. This region is rich in the production of wheat due to which
it contributes in producing wheat in the country too. Barley and
lentils are also produced in this region. Rice is mainly produced in
the Diyarbakir Province of the South East Anatolia region.
The South East Anatolia region is considered to be such a region of
Turkey visiting which will make you realize that this region has
many things and places to explore. If you have come to visit Turkey
for making holidays then your trip will be left incomplete if you do
not explore the South East Anatolia region of Turkey. This region
along with other 6 regions has contributed a lot in promoting
tourism Turkey. Many people visit this country because of its beauty
and attraction and that is one of the reasons why Turkey is
considered to be included in the list of the best tourist
destinations of the world. Olives, grapes and pistachio nuts of this
region are also a lot famous.
The South East Anatolia region of Turkey is rich in petroleum too.
Crude oil is produced in the regions of Kahta, Raman and Garzan. The
crude oil is then refined at the most renowned Batman Refinery of
the region. Gaziantep is one of the most important cities of this
region. Industrial development of the region is also quite
flourishing. Many textile products are machinery are produced here.
Cement, metal goods and food items are produced in the city of
Mardin, Diyarbakir and Sanliurfa.
When it comes to the locations and attractions of the region then
there are plenty of places to visit. The beauty of the South East
Anatolian region will be clear to you once you explore it. You will
have a great time even if you plan to spend vacations in this
region. Many people from far off places come to visit Turkey and
explore the beautiful regions of the country. Like all other
regions, the South East Anatolia region also has a number of places
to explore. You will make great memories here for sure. Even if you
are not able to explore the whole region in one visit, you can visit
the place next time for exploring new things and attractions here.
The provinces located in the
South Eastern Region are: