Faraşin Plateau draws summer visitors with glacial lakes
ŞIRNAK
High up on the Faraşin Plateau in Şırnak’s Beytüşşebap, the stunning Çalyan Lake rests like a hidden jewel among the rugged peaks.
Nestled at an elevation of 2,625 meters where the Turkish provinces of Şırnak, Hakkari and Van meet, the Faraşin Plateau is welcoming summer travelers with its winding rivers, endless alpine meadows and untouched glacial lakes.
Located about 40 kilometers from the district center of Beytüşşebap, the highland transforms each year after the snow melts, revealing lush grasslands in varying shades of green, colorful wildflowers and abundant freshwater sources. The plateau has long served as a seasonal destination for nomadic pastoralists who bring their livestock to graze in the mountain pastures, while increasingly attracting hikers, campers and nature enthusiasts seeking cooler temperatures.
