Every part of our country stands out with its various natural beauty areas and cultural structures. Zilan Creek is one of the regions located in our Van province and attracts attention with its lush green nature. The stream, which is among the spots frequently visited by local people to escape from the city noise, offers its guests the opportunity to have a pleasant time in a calm and peaceful atmosphere. One of the fastest ways for those who want to come here is to buy a bus ticket or travel by air by purchasing a plane ticket. Because in order to come to the area where the stream is located, you need to arrive in Van, which is a priority. Unfortunately, Zilan Creek has an event that left its mark on history.
A great massacre took place in the region where Zilan Creek is located in 1930. In this massacre, which went down in history as a painful event, tens of thousands of people lost their lives and many villages were burned and destroyed. You can also hear about this painful incident from the local people when you come to the region. The stream, which witnessed this painful event, is now a place where people often visit to relax. When you come to this region, it is possible to visit not only this stream but also many other natural beauty areas. We would like to point out that the best time to come to Van is summer. Although scorching heat prevails in the summer months, we recommend that you time your trip to the summer period, as the continental climate is more prevalent in other seasons.
Where is Zilan Creek?
Zilan Stream is located in the Erciş district of Van city, located in the Eastern Anatolia Region of our country. Erciş district is a district that attracts attention with its cultural values and natural beauty areas such as mountains, streams, streams and hills. When you come here, you will not only see Zilan Creek; We also recommend you to visit areas such as Deliçay, Gergen Hill and Babazenk Mountain. Additionally, if you are planning to come to the region for a long holiday, it is important to buy a flight ticket or bus ticket in advance. Because if you leave your travel or holiday plans to the last day, you may lose your chance to buy affordable tickets. Erciş district is also a popular region for its orchards. The region, which stands out with its lush green nature, is also known as Green Erciş due to its popularity.
How to get to Zilan Creek?
To reach the area where Zilan Creek is located, you must first come to Erciş district of Van province. It is possible to easily reach Van city center or districts by using urban transportation vehicles. Additionally, if you have a private vehicle, you can reach there quickly using the navigation system. Visitors who plan to come from outside the city of Van can also use the navigation application to get directions if they come with their personal vehicles. Apart from this transportation option, another option is intercity buses. Luckily, if you plan to come by bus, you can come directly as there is already a bus terminal in the district. So you can go directly to the district without going to Van city center.
To do this, it is enough to research the companies that provide bus services from your current location to the bus terminal in Erciş. You can make your choice among these companies and buy a bus ticket. Ticket prices may vary depending on departure point and season. Additionally, how long the journey will take may vary depending on the departure point. After arriving at the bus terminal, you can go to the town center by taking other means of transportation or you can also reach it on foot. Because the distance between the town center and the bus station is only about 500 meters. You can also take a taxi to reach the location of Zilan Creek faster. Another alternative to reach the region is to fly through the clouds, that is, by flying. However, at this point your destination will be somewhere close to the city center.
Visitors who prefer to travel by air to come to Erciş district, where Zilan Creek is located, should first choose one of the companies that provide flights from their current location to Van Ferit Melen Airport serving in Van. Afterwards, you can buy a flight ticket from the company you choose and go on a pleasant plane trip. Flight duration may vary depending on the departure point. At this point, we would like to point out that the distance between the airport and Van city center is approximately 8 kilometers. After landing at the airport, you can take a taxi or choose a private car rental service to go directly to the area where the stream is located. You can also go to Erciş district by taking the shuttles at the airport.
Zilan Creek Picnic Areas
There are green areas that allow you to have a picnic around Zilan Creek in Erciş district of Van province. You can have a picnic by the stream with your family or friends, breathe in the fresh air and have a quiet day. You can also visit other natural beauty areas located close to the town center and have a picnic with your loved ones in the company of lush green nature. Many spots in Erciş district have areas suitable for picnics. While you are here, you can also visit the prominent historical places of the district and learn about the history of the district. In addition, you can reserve your place in advance to stay at various accommodation facilities at affordable prices. As we end our article here, do not forget to make your flight ticket or bus ticket transactions in advance in order to avoid any disruptions in your travel plan.
