Mount Erciyes
Mount Erciyes (Erciyes Dağı) is an extinct stratovolcano rising 3,917 m in Kayseri Province, central Turkey, and is the highest peak of Central Anatolia.
FAQFrequently asked questions
What is Erjias and how tall is it?
This is an extinct stratovolcano 3916 meters high - the highest point in central Anatolia. It looks peaceful, but it was once quite a volcano.
Where is it and how to get there?
The mountain is 25 km south of the city of Kayseri in central Turkey. It is from Kayseri that they get there - the city is a convenient starting point.
Is it possible to ski there?
Yes, there is a winter resort on the slopes. The snow on the top stays for a long time, so there is plenty of room for skiers to enjoy.
Has the volcano ever really erupted?
According to the coins of that time, it is believed that the last eruption occurred around 253 BC. Since then, the mountain has weathered a lot and behaves calmly.
Who climbed to the top first?
The first documented ascent was made in 1837 by William John Hamilton. Although caves and ancient inscriptions hint that people were here much earlier.
