Discover the bittersweet history of Aghtamar Island on Lake Van, Turkey. Explore the 10th-century Armenian Cathedral of the Holy Cross and the tragic folktale behind its name.
From Pliny the Elder’s ancient errors to a hilarious, oily lunch by the Bendimahi River, explore the unique history and taste of Lake Van's Pearl Mullet.
Journey through the "Wild Wild East" of Turkey. Explore the ancient history of Lake Van, walk the Muradiye River canyon, and see lava fields near the Iranian border.