Hakkari is a province located in the Eastern Anatolia Region of Turkey and has hosted many civilizations throughout its history. Its neighbors are Van, Sirnak and Bitlis provinces, and Iran and Iraq are to the east. Geographically, Hakkari has a mountainous and rugged structure, and it also draws attention with its natural beauty and rich biological diversity. The province is especially famous for its challenging and impressive mountains; Cilo Mountains and Sat Glaciers are important centers for mountaineering and winter sports in the region. Also rich in terms of culture, Hakkari is known for its traditional handicrafts, rugs and folkloric dances. Economically, agriculture and animal husbandry are prominent; border trade also contributes to the economy of the province. Hakkari attracts attention as a province that bears the traces of many different cultures and civilizations throughout history, where nature and culture are intertwined.