Diyadin

Ağrı, Turkey

Why visit Diyadin?

Diyadin is a district in Ağrı Province, located about 40 km southeast of the provincial capital. It is famous for its thermal springs (Diyadin Kaplıcaları) — one of Turkey's hottest geothermal water sources, reaching temperatures of 80°C. The town sits in a valley surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery.

Diyadin has a harsh continental climate with very cold winters and warm summers.

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How do you get there?

By Plane

Ağrı Ahmed-i Hani Airport (AJI IATA) is about 50 km northwest.

By Car / Road

Diyadin is about 40 km from Ağrı city on the D-100 highway towards Doğubayazıt. Regular minibuses from Ağrı.

Walkable town centre.

What are the things to do?

  • Diyadin Thermal Springs — Hot springs with healing properties, popular for therapeutic bathing.

  • Diyadin Castle — Ruins of a hilltop fortress with panoramic valley views.

  • Diyadin Canyon — A scenic canyon near the town.

  • Thermal Bathing — The main attraction; several facilities offer baths and pools.

  • Canyon Hiking — Explore the scenic canyon.

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Where to eat?

Simple eastern Anatolian cuisine.

Where to drink?

Tea houses.

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Where to stay?

  • Budget — Guesthouses near the thermal springs.

What should you buy?

Local handicrafts.

Where to go next?

  • Ağrı (30 min northwest) — Provincial capital.
  • Doğubayazıt (30 min east) — İshak Paşa Palace and Ararat base.

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Guide content as of July 2026.

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