Kars Province

Kars Province stretches across 10,193 square kilometers of mountainous terrain, bordered by Armenia and featuring the Allahuekber Mountains, Mount Soğanlı, and Aras Mountains.

The province was part of ancient Ararat in the Kingdom of Armenia until 928, when it became the capital of Bagratid Armenia before falling under Ottoman control.

The region maintains traditions through local products such as Kars honey, Kars Kasseri cheese, and specialized goose preparation methods passed down through generations.

The province contains eight administrative districts with 382 villages, where 85 percent of residents work in agriculture, livestock breeding, and forestry sectors.

Lake Kuyucuk serves as a critical wetland habitat for numerous bird species, while Sarıkamış Forests provide shelter for wolves and bears in natural surroundings.

Location: Turkey

Capital city: Kars

Part of: Ağrı Subregion

Address: Kars, Kars Merkez/Kars, Türkiye 36000–36999 Kars

Website: http://kars.gov.tr

GPS coordinates: 40.45472,43.06028

Latest update: June 17, 2025 12:51