Üzümlü brings together local history, landscapes and cuisine. Two location details are useful for finding your way around: the town center is clustered around the Cimin Stream, and the town lies approximately five kilometers north of the E-80 highway. The stream and the highway serve as different points of reference: the Cimin Stream helps orient you in the town center, while the E-80 places the town in the broader geographical context. When looking for accommodation in Üzümlü, you can choose your priorities based on the topics that interest you during your stay: cultural history, picnic landscapes or local cuisine.

Archaeological Traces and Architectural History

East of the town center, Şeyh Karpuz Mağarası lies to the left of a path leading to Köy Tepesi. There are two rock tombs with sarcophagi there. For those interested in cultural history, this site is particularly notable for the connection between the cave, the tombs and the path leading to Köy Tepesi. It offers a different focus from the Akkoyunlu Mosque in the town center, whose history is marked by phases of construction and rebuilding.

According to its inscription, the Akkoyunlu Mosque was built in 1301 by İncili oğlu Emir Say. Following severe earthquakes that particularly affected the Erzincan Basin, the mosque was completely destroyed and rebuilt in 1965 as part of a restoration. The minaret was added later: it was built in 1997 and consists of carefully worked ashlar blocks. The Şerefe features diamond, rose and carnation motifs in traditional Turkish-Islamic stone ornamentation. The inscription, rebuilding and design of the minaret offer different points of entry for exploring the mosque’s architectural history.

Picnic Areas and Landscapes

Some of the main picnic areas within the town center’s boundaries are Çaho’nun Gölü, Çamlık and Dereboğazı. Their landscapes differ: Çaho’nun Gölü offers views of the Erzincan Plain, Çamlık is known for its natural vegetation and cold spring water, and Dereboğazı for its natural landscape. If you distinguish the locations by their described features, you can choose between a view across the plain, vegetation with spring water, and a natural landscape. This makes it easier to choose than simply relying on the names of the picnic areas.

Cimin Üzümü and Üzümlü Cuisine

Cimin Üzümü is a local product with a characteristically tart taste and an almost zero sugar content. Its berries are recognizable by their distinctive bloom and very thin skin; the skin also contributes to the described mouthfeel, with the berry dissolving in the mouth. Babikko offers a different way to experience Üzümlü cuisine: the dish is made by filling baked bread with garlic yogurt, butter and Pul Biber. Together, they pair a local grape product with clearly described characteristics and a dish with a specified preparation. These give the local cuisine a distinct place alongside the town’s archaeological and landscape attractions.

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