Located at the west of Southeastern Anatolia Region, taking ıts stage in history rather early dating back to the existence of first man and hosting various different cultures ,Adıyaman is an important culture and tourism center. Along with this, Adıyaman is known to be one of the oldest settlements on Earth; discoveries from every human phase are found on the region. Adıyaman also fascinates its visitors with the ruins of Mt. Nemrut known as the 8th Wonder of World, the ruins of Commagene, Atatürk Dam ,the fourth biggest dam in the

world, Çamgazi Dam, Winter Camping Organisation and finally with the world champion local folk dances.
SITES OF INTEREST: Adıyaman, Kâhta and Besni castles, Adıyaman Museum, Cendere Bridge, Ruins at Mt.Nemrut, Karakuş Hill, Pirin (Perre) and Gümüşkaya caves, Gölbaşı Lakes.
MUSEUM: Adıyaman Museum Address: Atatürk Cad. Adıyaman Tel: (416) 216 29 29 Fax: (416) 216 98 98 Open hours to visit: 08.30-12.00 , 13.00-17.30
HISTORICAL SITES AND RUINS: Mt. Nemrut Ruins - Kahda/Karadut
Arsemia Ruins - Kahda/Kocahisar
Old Besnil - Old Beni/Center
Pirin Ruins - Adıyaman/Center
Ancient Cities : Arsameia Ruins (Nymphaios Arsameia), New Castle, Derik Castle,
Gerger Castle (Arsameia of Euphrates), Perre Antique City
Mound Tumulus and Monuments : Karakuş Tumulus (Women's Monument Tomb),
Sofraz Tumulus, Sesönk (Obelisk), Karadağ Tumulus, Beştepeler,
Malpınarı Rock Inscription
Bridges : Cendere Bridge, Göksu - Kızılin Bridge, Golden Bridge
Rock Tombs and Caves : Haydaran Rock Tombs, Turuş Rock Tombs, Dolmen's, Zey, Göksu Caves, Palanlı Cave, Kitap (Book) Cave, Gümüşkaya (Palaş) Caves
Mosques and Churches : Ulu Mosque, Çarşı Mosque, Kab Mosque, Musalla Mosque, St. Paul Church are the most important ones.
Thermal ResortsThermal Resorts : Çelikhan Thermal Resorts, Besni Thermal Resorts, Kotur Thermal Resorts
National Parks : Mountain Nemrut National Park
SIGNIFICANT DAYS:
Festivals: Melon Festival Besni 1-15 July
International Commagene Festival 25-27 June / ADIYAMAN
Mulberry Culture and Art Festival 19-23 July / ADIYAMAN
Honey Culture and Art Festival 25-26 August / ADIYAMAN
Besni Education and Culture Festival 22-24 September / ADIYAMAN
Gölbaşı Peygamber Raisin Festival 29 September-1 October / ADIYAMAN