Agri

Introduction

Located in eastern Turkey near the border with Iran, you will find a region deeply rooted in Kurdish culture and history. The area is recognized as part of the Kurdish-populated regions of eastern Anatolia.

The city serves as the seat of both Ağrı Province and Ağrı District. While it was known as Karaköse and later Karakilise during the early Turkish republican period, it now carries the name of Mount Ararat.

You can explore the historic architecture of the city by visiting several significant mosques. These sites include the Cezmi Gök Cami, Fevzi Bulut Cami, and Hazreti Osman Cami.

Other notable landmarks to visit during your stay are the Lise Cami, Musa Ağa Cami, and Ulu Cami.

Three days in Agri

Day one, you can explore the local architecture and visit the Cezmi Gök Cami.

Day two, your journey continues as you visit the Fevzi Bulut Cami and the Hazreti Osman Cami.

Day three, you can complete your tour by visiting the Lise Cami, Musa Ağa Cami, and Ulu Cami.