Çaldıran, Van, Turkey is a town located at 39.1431600 latitude and 43.9106800 longitude in the Eastern Anatolia Region of Turkey. The town has a cold and snowy climate, with an average temperature of 5°C (41°F) and an average annual precipitation of 400mm (16in). Çaldıran has a rich history and heritage, having been the site of the Battle of Çaldıran in 1514, which marked the end of the Safavid Empire and the beginning of Ottoman rule in the region. The town is also home to several historical sites, including the Çaldıran Citadel and the Bayazıt Pasha Mosque.
Geographic Data for Çaldıran, Van, Turkey
| Latitude | 39° 8.590' |
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| Longitude | 43° 54.641' |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |