In the Ahlat district of Bitlis, the emergence of microbialites due to the receding waters of Lake Van creates beautiful visuals. The world's largest soda lake, Lake Van, is experiencing water loss due to the effects of global climate change, revealing the ...
Lake Van, which is the only soda lake in Turkey, has turned its shores into a microbialite field due to the recent decrease in its water levels. Despite more rainfall this year compared to previous years, the water level in Lake Van has not risen as desired.
Lake Van, the world's largest soda lake with a history of 800,000 years, has opened its diving season as the water temperature rises. Formed as a result of the eruption of the volcanic Mount Nemrut, the lake sprawls like a sea with an area of 3,713 square kilometers.
Picnic season has started in Van, and there is an increase in activity in Sobacılar Çarşısı. Enjoy the nature while exploring traditional handicrafts.