Malatya Tour Guide

Although the apricot comes to mind first when you think of "Malatya", this city will surprise you with its nature, historical beauties and rich cuisine. Renting a car is the most practical way to explore the city in Malatya, where every corner is waiting to be discovered.

"What to eat in Malatya?" and "What are the historical places of Malatya?" We are sure that the answers we received to such questions will enhance your trip. You can evaluate the suggestions in our article to discover all the beauties of Malatya and have a fun holiday experience as well as a pleasant journey.

You can be sure that you will start your day with maximum energy in the mornings in Malatya, which offers a magnificent experience with its rich cuisine also at breakfasts. With its authentic, modern and natural breakfast places, Malatya will win your heart with the variety of flavors it offers. As it has hosted many civilizations throughout history, some of these breakfast places will allow you to have a completely different experience with their historical texture.

In Malatya, it is possible to eat under the shade of the trees, in the nature and in an traditional environment. There are many alternative restaurants to eat in the city center and in its vicinity. If you wish, you can try the local flavors of Malatya, or you can choose the delicious flavors of traditional Turkish cuisine; you will have many alternatives to choose among and be pleased with the choices you make in Malatya.

Levent Valley in Akçadağ, which has a history of thousands of years, is a must-see for nature and adventure lovers. The valley, approximately 55 kilometers from the center, has an impressive beauty among steep and rugged mountains. You can enjoy the valley by trekking and spend time alone with nature away from the city. We suggest you not to forget to watch the valley from the observation terrace.

Günpınar Valley, which is about 117 kilometers from the city center, is one of the places that locals of Malatya recommend you to see. You can spend hours full of excitement by rafting in the 2-kilometer-long valley where many large and small waterfalls, caves, ponds and canyons are located.

If you are going to Malatya in November, we recommend you to check the program of Malatya Film Festival. Despite being new, the festival has become one of the most important organizations of Turkish cinema in a short time, and it is organized every year with the participation of significant actors and directors. During the festival, which is the most important event held in the city, the locals of Malatya have the opportunity to watch the latest examples of Turkish cinema. Cinema lovers may be interested in this alternative.

Ulu Mosque, one of the most important structures in the city, awaits you in Battalgazi, 11 kilometers from the center. The mosque, built by Kayqubad I in the 13th century, draws attention with its ornaments. Ulu Mosque is one of the places that people of Malatya recommend you to see.

When you come to Malatya, you should not forget see the Aslantepe Ruins. This place is one of the places where the concept of state first appeared 5000 years ago. You will see one of the oldest royal tombs in the world in the mound in Aslantepe, where the first city-state structure in Anatolia is observed.

Located in Arapgir district, Historical Stone Bridge will appear as one of the important artifacts reaching to our day. It is known that this work, which is unknown by whom and when it was built, has been standing since the 3rd century.

If you are in Malatya, one of the destinations you should visit to feel the historical texture of this city is Malatya Castle. The castle, which was built upon the request of the Roman Emperor Trajanus, is referred to as "Rakabe Castle" in Evliya Çelebi's travel book.