Friday, July 24, 2009

History of Erzincan

Erzincan is one of the oldest cultural hubs of Anatolia which has made a venerable name for itself with its copper and bronze artworks and a flavorful variety of cheese called "Tulum Peyniri". Located on the ancient silk route, Erzincan`s history has been shaped by influences from various other cultures and races.

The antiquity of Erzincan dates back to the Bronze Age. The city has seen many races at its helm and has been ruled over by the Hittites, Urartus, Meds, Persians, Hellens and the Romans. After the war of Malazgirt in 1071, Turks conquered the city. Subsequently, the Mengücek, Seljuk and Eretna branches of the Turks ruled the city until the Ottomans stormed the city after the battle of Oltukbeli in 1473. The prosperity of the city is attributed to the Turkish rule.

source: turkeyforyou.com

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