With the arrival of spring, an awakening begins in nature and other living things. Trees, prairies and plateaus bloom and reveal beautiful images. With the melting of the snow, the streams flow more enthusiastically, and the nature turns into a unique environment with the chirping of birds. Especially in some regions, magnificent landscapes emerge that can only be seen in spring. Some of the must-see places in the spring, when different and colorful beauties emerge in every corner of the country, are as follows;
Kadıralak Plateau – Trabzon
In the spring months, it is possible to encounter lush green fields and colorful flowers that adorn it, no matter which plateau of many cities one goes to. However, Kadıralak Plateau in Trabzon transforms into a different atmosphere with purple blooming flowers. Flowers called blue stars bloom on the plateau located in Tonya district. The flowers that open in April continue for 3 weeks. These flowers, which are endemic plants, are under protection as a nature park.
Spil Mountain – Manisa
Located within the borders of Manisa city center, Mount Spil is a place dominated by the temperate climate of the Mediterranean and the continental climate of Central Anatolia. At the point where different climate types meet, the vegetation also shows diversity. There are around 600 plant varieties on Spil Mountain, which brings spring to life in its full sense. The region decorated with flowers in spring has been declared a National Park.
Crying Bride Inverted Tulips
Inverted tulips open orange-red flowers with the arrival of spring and the melting of snow. These tulips, which belong to the bulbous plants family, symbolize sadness in many cultures. These tulips, a plant unique to Anatolia, are called “crying bride”. It grows in many regions, especially in Hakkari and around Van. Tulips that grow in Adıyaman, Malatya, Bitlis, Elazığ and Batman are the symbols of the regions. Revealing a unique view in the mountains, inverted tulips are among the must-sees in spring.
Munzur Mountain – Tunceli
With the arrival of spring, the snow melts and colorful flowers bloom on Munzur Mountain. Munzur Mountain is home to countless plants, 43 of which only grow in this region. In addition to many beauties of Tunceli, when visiting the rural areas, it is possible to see bellflower, Erzincan cherry, Munzur thyme, Munzur buttercup and many violet species.
Palu District – Elazig
Palu is a very beautiful and cute town in the province of Elazig. The district, which draws attention with its historical monuments, is located on the banks of the Murat River. In the spring season, a visual feast is experienced with the rush of the Murat River. In addition, the numerous almond trees in the region are blooming and a magnificent view emerges. Palu district, which has a history of seven thousand years, has hosted many civilizations. It has become one of the places that attract attention both in terms of history and by nature lovers in all seasons.
Thursday Plateau – Ordu
Located in Ordu, Persembe Plateau amazes those who see it with its waters that flow curvingly among lush green plains. The blue pond in the middle of the plateau and the meanders formed by the streams coming out of this pond create a magnificent view. Especially in the spring, nature takes on a lush color and the flowing waters are also raging.
Akdamar Island – Van
There are many islands in Lake Van. The largest and most visited of these islands is Akdamar Island. The island, which has an important culture in terms of history, is surrounded by almond trees. With the arrival of spring, the blooming almonds integrate with the unique view of Lake Van, creating a magnificent view.
Gallipoli Coasts – Çanakkale
The city of Gallipoli, which lies along the Çanakkale coast, reaches a colorful appearance in March with the blooming of poppies. It is possible to visit the 18 March Martyrdom, as well as many must-see places on the Gallipoli Peninsula. The fields of red poppy along the coast create unforgettable images.
Tulip Fields – Konya and Karaman
Tulip fields in the plains of Konya take on unique colors with the spring. Offering a visual feast, tulips are located in Karatay district of Konya and Kazımkarabekir district of Karaman. A large number of tulips growing in a large area attracts great attention. It is an indispensable place for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
Sarikamis – Kars
Sarıkamış, which is generally preferred for skiing and eastern tours in the winter months, takes on a completely different beauty in the spring months. In the Sarıkamış district of Kars, which is among the highest settlements in Turkey, the winter months are long. With the arrival of spring, the snow that has not yet melted and the colorful flowers blooming allow the two seasons to be experienced together. Snow-covered forests, rivers bursting with melting snow, black storks and flowers displaying the beauties of spring create insatiable landscapes.
