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Things You Need to Know About Elazığ
Elazığ is located in the Eastern Anatolia Region. The population of Elazığ, which has hosted many civilizations from past to present, is 589,395. Elazığ, considered the continuation of the city of Harput, is located in the Upper Euphrates region. Turkey's largest dam, Keban Dam, is also located here. Elazığ was named after the word Elazık, meaning 'fertility', by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in 1937. Malatya, Tunceli, Bingöl and Diyarbakır provinces are neighbors of Elazığ. Due to its geographical location, Elazığ is connected to every point of the country by highways, and transportation is quite easy with railway and airway alternatives. Elazığ Bus Terminal, Elazığ Train Station and Elazığ Airport are located here. Many people from our country visit Elazığ, whose history dates back to before Christ. Although it offers various transportation options, car rental is often preferred for transportation in Elazığ. If you want to visit this city with local and historical beauties like Elazığ comfortably, obilet.com offers you Elazığ car rental opportunities.

Places to Visit in Elazığ
There are many places you can explore after renting your car in Elazığ.

Harput Castle: It is said to have been built by the Urartians before Christ. According to some rumors, milk was used instead of water in the construction of the castle, which is famous for various legends. In fact, this castle is called Milk Castle in some regions. Harput Castle was maintained during the Ottoman Period and this restoration had a great impact on its development. Harput Castle, built of solid rocks, contains many historical beauties such as a hospital, aqueduct, mosque, and ammunition depot. While attracting attention with its structure, the castle is 7 km away from the city center.
Hazar Lake: Hazar Lake, a tectonic lake, is 26 km away from the city center. Located between Hazarbaba Mountain and Mastar Mountains, this lake is 22 km long and its depth varies between 200-250 m. It is one of the popular holiday destinations of Elazığ with its clean water and wonderful weather. There is also a historical structure called Sunken City in Lake Hazar.
Buzluk Cave: This cave, which is covered with ice on hot summer days despite the cold weather, is 11 km away from the city center. The cave is shaped like an ellipse. In the past, the ice extracted from here in the summer months was loaded onto the backs of mounts and carried to Harput and sold.
Virgin Mary Church: Virgin Mary Church is known as one of the oldest architectural structures in Anatolia. This church, which is exactly 25 m tall, is located on a rock. There are different historical architectures in the church consisting of 4 sections. In the first section, there is a sarcophagus, in the second section, there is a wishing stone wall in the stone-covered area, and finally in the fourth section, there is a place where rituals are held. Virgin Mary Church, one of the most important works that has survived to the present day, is 7 km away from the city center.
Golan Hot Springs: Golan Hot Springs, visited by thousands of people every year, is located in the village of Yogunagac in Elazığ. It is known that thermal hot water is good for many diseases and the sulfur in the water has positive effects on ailments such as rheumatism and fractures. In addition, a magnificent natural view awaits you around the hot spring. It provides the opportunity to both get rid of your ailments and find inner peace. Located 120 km from the city center, Golan Hot Springs is an ideal area for those who love natural scenery and relaxing hot water.