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Things to see in Tokat (Turkey): 11 places and when to go
Tokat is a city in Turkey with around 130,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 11 places in and around it, mainly Temples (3), History (3), Nature (2). The best known are Ballıca Cave, Ali Pasha Mosque and Hatuniye Complex. 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 51 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 08. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 40.306, 36.563
- Population
- About 130,000
- Places
- 11 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (3) · History (3) · Nature (2) · Food and drink (2) · Hot springs (1) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- ESB Ankara, 304 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Toraç Dağı, at 2,124 m.
What to see in Tokat
The places in and around Tokat, 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.
- Ballıca CaveCave in Pazar, Tokat, Turkey24 km
- Ali Pasha Mosque16th-century Ottoman-era mosque in northern Turkey1.5 km
- Hatuniye ComplexOttoman era complex of mosque, imaret and medrese in Tokat, Turkey1.6 km
- Tokat CastleTokat-centered castle, Turkey1.8 km
- Alaca Mescit MosqueMosque in Tokat, Turkey1.9 km
- Ali Paşa HamamıHammam in Tokat District1.4 km
- Taşhan, TokatMarket1.6 km
- Toraç DağıMountain in Turkey25 km
- Arastalı BedestenMarket1.8 km
- Bolus HöyüğüArcheological mound in Tokat, north-central Turkey25 km
- Pontic ComanaHistory8.6 km
When to go to Tokat
The best time to visit Tokat 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.
- JanPossible9:26
- FebPossible10:28
- MarPossible11:41
- AprBest time13:05
- MayBest time14:14
- JunBest time14:51
- JulPossible14:36
- AugPossible13:36
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:54
- NovPossible9:43
- DecPossible9:08
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 51 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 08. In September, 11 of the 11 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 Tokat
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB, Ankara), 304 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 Tokat?
The best known: Ballıca Cave, Ali Pasha Mosque, Hatuniye Complex, Tokat Castle, Alaca Mescit Mosque. In all, 11 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Tokat?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 51 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 08.
How do you get to Tokat?
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), 304 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Tokat as the destination and these 11 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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