Kurds escape summer heat in the Hakkari mountains

11-07-2020
Sarkawt Mohammed
Sarkawt Mohammed @SarkawtMMarwan
Video was filmed in July 7, 2020.
Video was filmed in July 7, 2020.
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HAKKARI, Turkey - The Hakkari mountain range is a popular summer spot for Kurds in southeast Turkey. 

At  3200 meters above sea level, it is visited by tour groups in every season. 

"We are now at Seiydkhan pond. I came with seven of my friends. It’s great in all seasons; winter, spring or summer. As you see it’s very wonderful," said tourist Mazlum Takce.

The mountain is not only a tourist site, but also a source of water for several parts of southeast Turkey. 

Hundreds of nomadic families stay in the area to raise their livestock in summer.

The 10,000-year-old ice caves have also become a local historical attraction.
 

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