If you’ve a soft spot for far-flung outposts, it’s time to discover Turkey’s greatest secret. Despite its wealth of attractions, northeastern Anatolia remains largely untouched by even the domestic tourist circuit, and its glorious landscapes are refreshingly coach-party free.
Turkey - Northeastern Anatolia (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
lose yourself in the past glories of Ani, a former Armenian capital strewn across the steppe
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trek over the Kaçkar Mountains, or tackle day walks from nearby serene villages like Barhal and Yaylalar
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experience the Firtin Valley’s Hemsin culture and cuisine
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Coverage includes: Erzurum, Palandöken, Kaçkar Mountains, Georgian Valleys, Artvin, Kars & Around, Ani, Sarikamis, Dogubayazit & Around, Mt Ararat (Agri Dagi)