Host to many Anatolian Civilizations in the historical period, Malatya has a chronology dating back to the Neolithic period as well as the caravan routes. Besides, it monopolizes a large part of Turkey's apricot production. It also has a special place in terms of organic food production. 

Malatya city is referred to as Melita in the Kültepe tablets and as Maldia in the Hittite tablets. With these expressions, Malatya  known as the honeymoon. Malatya, one of the most populated provinces in Turkey, can be the most enjoyable stop of your travel route with its historical, natural and local flavors.

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How to Get to Malatya?

You can easily reach Malatya by air, land and railway transportation options. 

Transportation to Malatya by Road

There are regular flights from every city to the intercity bus terminal, which is 5 km away from the city center. It is possible to reach the center even by walking from the terminal.

Rail Transportation to Malatya

You can easily reach Malatya by regular train services from neighboring provinces and Ankara.

Air Transportation to Malatya

 Erhaç is located in Ak&adağ Province, 30 km from the city center of Malatya. You can reach the city by plane using the airport. The airport receives direct flights from many cities.

Popular Provinces of Malatya

Malatya has 14 provinces, one of which is used as a provincial centre. Most of the historical, cultural and natural beauties are located in the center. Thus, the city can be visited easily in one day.

Battalgazi Merkez

Battalgazi Province, the beginning of Malatya; is considered to be the point. The province, which was known as old Malatya until 1988, is a region visited by local and foreign tourists a lot. 

Historical traces starting from the Neolithic period continue until Selcuk and Ottoman. It is possible to see the important structures and traces of many Anatolian Civilizations in the city. The province where the apricot groves are located welcomes hundreds of visitors, both domestic and foreign, every year.

Yesilyurt

As the name suggests, Yeşilyurt is the home of green and the first stop of peace. It is one of the best places to be preferred for rest. Also, you can visit the city for breakfast and meal in peace in nature. Famous for its regional products; The city's breakfast is very famous.

Arabgir

Although it is far from the city center, it is located in a location where nature meets peace, just like Yeşilyurt province. Arapgir Its province is unique to the Black Sea region. hosts delicacies. 

Darende’de has the Somuncu father complex. The city, which has a mosque, tomb, picnic and resting areas, is believed at the same time. and becoming a meeting point for nature tourism.

Akçadag

It is far from the city center like Arapgir province, but Akcadag is located on the same route. It is famous for Levent Valley. Levent Valley reveals the natural structure of Malatya. The fact that it has a glass-based business to reflect the unique structure of the valley also allows you to witness the natural beauty of the valley. 

Places to Visit in Malatya

Malatya's settlement period goes back to the periods before Christ. 

Hittites, Urartians, Timurid State, Dulkadirogullari, Assyrians, Medes, Persians, Alexander Empire, Cappadocia Empire, Roman Empire, Byzantine Empire, Seljuk and Ottoman Empire in the historical period such as great great; It has hosted various civilizations with great importance. It is possible to witness the traces of these civilizations in various museums of Malatya.

Museum of Cameras

Museum rooted; You can see many devices from cameras to digital cameras. In this way, you can have information about the development of this technology.

Malatya Toy Museum

The museum, which consists of two floors and 4 different sections, organizes special events for children. Also 

Beşkonaklar Ethnography Museum

The culture of Malatya and its surroundings in the museum; The items belonging to the region that you can get to know better are exhibited.

Battalgazi City Museum

Dating to the last periods of the Ottoman Empire, the building was built for military use. You can see ethnographic works and historical documents inside.

Malatya Museum

In the Museum, Anatolian and Mesopotamian Civilizations and Past; It is possible to see an artifact from the Hittite Period.

What to Eat in Malatya?

Roasted Apricots, Gırık,  Malatya Kombesi, fried eggplant, Malatya style; Squeezed Meatballs, Cherry Leaf Rolls, Apple Meatballs, Seared Meatballs, Hot Ayran, Stuffed Meatballs, Cabbage Rolls, Geleli Kebab, Egg Meatballs, Meatloaf Orba, pirpirim soup, Malatya style tarhana soup, apricot dessert and Malatya style; You should try Malatya Cuisine, which has a wide range of flat kadayıf. 

Concentrating its economy on agriculture and animal husbandry, Malatya has its own unique flavors in most of its local flavors. It uses the multi-produced apricot. 

City Transportation in Malatya

Malatya  It has many opportunities that facilitate transportation within the city. In addition to the facilities of buses, taxis and minibuses, there are trambuses that are a first in public transportation in Turkey. You can also walk around many points in the city center.

Activities You Can Do With Your Family in Malatya

In Malatya, which is generally famous for its agriculture, history, cultural and traditional flavors, there are many options available for those who want to rest and travel as a family. It can be your indispensable stop for a family winter vacation.  You can visit museums and historical ruins in Malatya with your children. You can also organize pleasant picnics in the recreation areas.