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Tatvan
City in Bitlis, Turkey
Overview
Tatvan is a lively lakeside town on the western shore of Lake Van in Eastern Turkey, known for its stunning views, laid-back atmosphere, and gateway to Nemrut Crater. The city blends traditional Turkish hospitality with scenic beauty and a relaxed local vibe.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Turkey
Province
Bitlis
Population
92,695
Time Zone
Europe/Istanbul
Coordinates
38.49°, 42.28°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$740
Local Cost
$440
Local Income
$370
Cashless
35
English
20
Temperature
9.1°C
Summer Avg
22.1°C
Winter Avg
-4.3°C
Record High
35.6°C
Record Low
-26.1°C
Humidity
60%
Precipitation
549 mm
Internet Speed
93 Mbps
Upload
17 Mbps
Latency
28 ms
City Vibrancy
18
Coworking
0
Cafes
15
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
201.0
Airport
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Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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