The Top 10 Attractions in Kars
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Kars. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Kars is a region where 10
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 12, 2025
Armenian church built in the 10th century, which was later converted into a mosque. It is the only converted church in Turkey that does not have a minaret. Inside the …
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The castle was built by the Armenian Bagratid dynasty. In 1153 the castle was rebuilt, in 1386 the castle was destroyed by the Uzbek ruler Timur Lenk and then rebuilt …
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The history of the station dates back to 1899. Kars was connected to the Transcaucasian Railway network of the Russian Empire in order to transport troops to the front against …
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Ebul Hasan Harakani was a Sufi master who lived between 963 and 1033. He was born in Iran. He was killed in battle against the Byzantine army near Kars. The …
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Old locomotive of the Dogu Express. Until the 1970s, the Dogu Express ran between Istanbul and Kars with steam locomotives. Nowadays, the route between Ankara and Kars is still served …
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Stone houses in Baltic style, built during the period of Russian rule from 1890, can be seen all along the street.
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Bring something to drink when exploring the ruins. The site is large, and two hours will go by quickly. There's hardly any shade but plenty of sun. Temperatures around 40°C are normal.
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Taşköprü or Stone Bridge. Bridge built on the Kars River during the reign of Sultan Murat III in 1579. The bridge was restored in 2013.
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Mosque built in the 17th century, destroyed during the Ottoman-Russian war of 1877-78 and reconstructed in 2009.
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The now obligatory sign with a city name. From here you have a beautiful view of the citadel.
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