Safranbolu is a beautifully-preserved town in Northern Türkiye. We are going to discover its rich history, uncover the secrets of the spice that gives it its name, and find out more about one of the deepest canyons in the world.
In this episode of Explore Türkiye, Euronews presenter Cinzia Rizzi visits the charming north of the country. She’s in Safranbolu, a “museum town” with typical Ottoman houses. Thanks to its Outstanding Universal Values, the town was included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1994.
Strolling through Safranbolu’s streets you may feel like you’re in a fairytale, with the houses, which started to be constructed at the beginning of the 18th century, remaining well-preserved. The Cinci Han – now a hotel – used to provide lodgings for merchant traders on the Silk Road, while the Cinci Hamamı bathhouse offered them a place to relax.
Safranbolu’s name originates from its connection to saffron, one of the world’s most…
