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Palu
City in Elazığ, Turkey
Overview
Palu is a small historic town set in Elazığ province along the Euphrates river. Known for its ancient castle, scenic landscapes, and friendly locals, Palu offers an authentic Anatolian experience. Visitors can enjoy traditional Turkish hospitality in a relaxed, small-town setting.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Turkey
Province
Elazığ
Population
23,834
Time Zone
Europe/Istanbul
Coordinates
38.69°, 39.92°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$628
Local Cost
$337
Local Income
$350
Cashless
30
English
20
Temperature
12.6°C
Summer Avg
25.9°C
Winter Avg
-0.6°C
Record High
42.0°C
Record Low
-23.7°C
Humidity
57%
Precipitation
565 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
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 60/100.
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