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Things to see in Batman, Turkey (Turkey): 16 places and when to go
Batman, Turkey is a city in Turkey with around 302,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 16 places in and around it, mainly History (7), Temples (3), Hot springs (2). The best known are Tigranocerta, Malabadi Bridge and Arzen. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 37.8904, 41.14
- Population
- About 302,000
- Places
- 16 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (7) · Temples (3) · Hot springs (2) · Museums and art (2) · With kids (2) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- ESB Ankara, 747 km as the crow flies
What to see in Batman, Turkey
The places in and around Batman, Turkey, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- TigranocertaCapital of the ancient Kingdom of Armenia24 km
- Malabadi BridgeAncient bridge in Turkey30 km
- ArzenFortress town in Kurtalan, Siirt Province, Turkey24 km
- Hasuni CavesCaves in Silvan, Diyarbakır, Turkey28 km
- Zeynel Bey TombTomb in Hasankeyf District31 km
- Hirbemerdon TepeArcheological site in Turkey17 km
- Kenan TepeArcheological site in Turkey29 km
- Great Mosque of HasankeyfTemples31 km
- Asmin Spa erkeziHot spring bath1.2 km
- Batman Arkeoloji MüzesiMuseum947 m
- Batman Köşk AquaparkWith kids9.4 km
- Er-Rızk MosqueMosque in Hasankeyf, Batman31 km
- HamamHot spring bath1.0 km
- Hasankeyf MüzesiMuseum31 km
- Koç MosqueMosque in Hasankeyf, Batman31 km
- Lara Aqua ParkWith kids6.4 km
When to go to Batman, Turkey
The best time to visit Batman, Turkey is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:39
- FebPossible10:35
- MarPossible11:42
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:03
- JunBest time14:37
- JulPossible14:23
- AugPossible13:28
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovPossible9:55
- DecPossible9:23
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23. In April, 16 of the 16 places are at their best.
When to go to Turkey in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Batman, Turkey
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB, Ankara), 747 km as the crow flies. How to get around Turkey (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Siirt6 places70 km
- Mardin11 places73 km
- Diyarbakır20 places80 km
- Muş5 places101 km
- Şırnak5 places112 km
- Tatvan9 places121 km
And all of Turkey, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Batman, Turkey?
The best known: Tigranocerta, Malabadi Bridge, Arzen, Hasuni Caves, Zeynel Bey Tomb. In all, 16 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Batman, Turkey?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23.
How do you get to Batman, Turkey?
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), 747 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Batman, Turkey as the destination and these 16 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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