Cilo Mountain

Mount Cilo (Cilo Dağı in Turkish) stands out with its unique scenery and natural trails in Türkiye’s Hakkari province. It generously welcomes nature lovers and mountaineers from across the world. With its valleys, high-altitude peaks, waterfalls formed by snow water and glaciers, Mount Cilo has become a popular destination for adventure seekers with countless experiences to offer. It proudly shows its vigour with an altitude of 4,135 metres in the Yüksekova district. The cave paintings close to the summit also draw great attention. The prehistoric engravings on the cave walls depict many animals, as well as symbols which are regarded as signs of religious importance; therefore, those who visit will encounter unique images. People who come to Mount Cilo and the Sat Glacial Lakes to see the hidden beauties of the region will experience the happiness of spending time in a splendid landscape where colourful flowers, cultural sights, azure water, and unmelted snow mass in a great harmony.