Elazığ Province

Elazığ is a province in Eastern Anatolia featuring mountainous terrain, valleys, and lakes formed by the upper Euphrates River system. The area includes multiple administrative districts, with the city of Elazığ serving as the main regional hub.

The province came under the First Inspectorate General administrative system in 1927, bringing specific governance measures to Eastern Anatolia. This reorganization shaped the region's development throughout the following century.

The region is home to Turkish, Kurdish, and Zazaki-speaking communities whose traditions shape daily life and local customs. You will notice traditional crafts and practices maintained in markets and village gatherings throughout the area.

Spring and fall offer the most pleasant weather for visiting, with mild conditions and accessible road conditions. The main city provides schools, hospitals, and markets that offer orientation and basic services to visitors.

The Keban Dam created artificial reservoirs that transformed the landscape and generate hydroelectric power for the region. These water bodies have become a defining feature of modern infrastructure development in Anatolia.

Location: Turkey

Capital city: Elazığ

Part of: Malatya Subregion

Shares border with: Erzincan Province, Tunceli Province, Bingöl Province, Diyarbakır Province, Malatya Province

Website: http://elazig.gov.tr

GPS coordinates: 38.66750,39.35972

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:43