Erzurum is one of the Turkish cities located in the eastern part of the country, at an altitude of 6,400 feet above sea level, on a fertile plain surrounded by high mountains. Erzurum has been a major commercial and military center since ancient times, and is now a major railway station on the route between Ankara and Iran. The city of Erzurum is characterized by its amazing nature, which is spread across plains, plateaus, mountain heights, water ponds and beaches in abundance, which makes it an important and preferred tourist site for nature lovers. In addition to the distinctive natural formation of the city, it is home to many important archaeological and historical spots. A trip to this picturesque city is like a journey into the fragrance of history and its precious treasures.