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Mapped administrative context and natural feature distribution in Siirt Province
Botan Valley National Park Geographic Profile, Regional Boundaries, and Terrain Analysis
This comprehensive geographic profile details the spatial extent of Botan Valley National Park across 486 square kilometers in Siirt Province, Turkey. The data encompasses boundary measurements, topographic relief, and the location of significant features including the Botan Çayı river, cliff formations, and reservoirs.
Turkey's largest and most biodiverse national park
Botan Valley National Park
Botan Valley National Park is Turkey's largest and most biodiverse national park, established in August 2019 in the southeastern part of the country within Siirt Province. The park encompasses the Botan Valley, a historically significant area that spans across the central Siirt, Tillo, and Eruh districts. Covering approximately 120,000 acres with over 29 kilometers of marked routes, the protected area represents one of Turkey's newest and most ambitious conservation initiatives. The park's establishment was formalized through a presidential decision published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Turkey on August 15, 2019, marking a significant milestone in the country's approach to preserving its natural heritage. The valley offers a dramatic landscape characterized by its rugged terrain, steep valleys, and the winding Botan River that cuts through the region. The area has long been recognized for its ecological significance, supporting diverse habitats and vegetation types within the broader southeastern Anatolian landscape. The park is managed by the Directorate-General of Nature Protection and National Parks under the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, ensuring coordinated conservation and visitor management. Beyond its ecological value, the park provides opportunities for outdoor recreation, including paragliding and rafting, making it a destination that combines natural preservation with adventure tourism potential.
- Location
- Turkey
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 2019
- Area
- 486 km²
Location overview
Regional Jurisdiction and Country Context within Siirt Province
Geographic Location of Botan Valley National Park in Turkey
Botan Valley National Park is located within the Siirt Province of Turkey. The protected area is situated entirely inland, operating under national jurisdiction without transboundary or marine classification.
- Countries
- Turkey
- Regions
- Siirt Province
- Primary location
- Siirt Province
- Geographic setting
- Inland
Boundary and coordinates
Analyzing the 486 square kilometers of protected regional territory
Botan Valley National Park Boundary Map and Geographic Extent
Interactive boundary lines define the physical layout and regional context of Botan Valley National Park. Accompanying geospatial facts detail the total area of 486 square kilometers alongside coordinate limits and center points.
- Boundary area
- 113.5 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 128.5 km
- Northernmost point
- 37.969° N
- Southernmost point
- 37.8181° N
- Easternmost point
- 42.0783° E
- Westernmost point
- 41.8666° E
- Geographic centre
- 37.8799° N, 41.9765° E
- North–south span
- 16.7 km
- East–west span
- 18.6 km
Terrain and natural features
Mixed relief classifications and recorded natural landmarks
Botan Valley National Park Terrain and Named Natural Features
Mixed relief classifications shape the protected terrain alongside recorded water bodies, cliffs, and viewpoints situated within the boundary. Linked feature cards supply official names, structural types, measurements, and spatial relationships where documented.
Selected named natural features
Reservoirs
Ilısu Baraj Gölü
Viewpoints
Rasıl Hacar Tepesi
Cliffs
Uçurum
Ponds
Gölet
Rivers
Botan River
Environmental setting
Interpreting recorded valley terrain, river networks, and mixed relief features
Botan Valley National Park Environmental Settings And Mapped Classifications
Recorded landscape features and major water presence serve as complementary ways to read the physical setting of Botan Valley National Park. Linked categories connect specific environmental classifications to broader regional atlas destinations where available.
- Relief
- Mixed relief
- Water
- Major water bodies
Landscape features
Valleys · Rivers · Hills
Park atlas
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- Area
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- Relief
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