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Things to see in Malatya (Turkey): 9 places and when to go
Malatya is a city in Turkey with around 462,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly History (3), Museums and art (3), Nature (2). The best known are Arslantepe, New Mosque, Malatya and Malatya Museum. 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 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 38.3704, 38.3
- Population
- About 462,000
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (3) · Museums and art (3) · Nature (2) · Mountains (2) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- ESB Ankara, 497 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Keklik Dağı, at 2,079 m.
What to see in Malatya
The places in and around Malatya, 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.
- ArslantepeArcheological site in Turkey5.5 km
- New Mosque, MalatyaMosque located in Malatya2.8 km
- Malatya MuseumMuseum in Battalgazi District3.7 km
- Furuncu HöyükHill in Malatya, east-central Turkey14 km
- İmikuşağı HöyüğüArchaeological site22 km
- Keklik DağıMountain in Malatya Province, Turkey26 km
- Selvi TepesiSummit19 km
- Tahtalı HamamıHammam in Battalgazi District2.8 km
- Yeşilyurt Hapishane MüzesiMuseum8.8 km
When to go to Malatya
The best time to visit Malatya 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.
- JanPossible9:36
- FebPossible10:34
- MarPossible11:42
- AprBest time13:00
- MayBest time14:05
- JunBest time14:40
- JulPossible14:25
- AugPossible13:30
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:58
- NovPossible9:52
- DecPossible9:20
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. In September, 9 of the 9 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 Malatya
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB, Ankara), 497 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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And all of Turkey, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Malatya?
The best known: Arslantepe, New Mosque, Malatya, Malatya Museum, Furuncu Höyük, İmikuşağı Höyüğü. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Malatya?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20.
How do you get to Malatya?
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), 497 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Malatya as the destination and these 9 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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