# Ishak Pasha Palace tourism trends

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ishak-pasha-palace-tourism-trends
> Updated: 2026-10-04T07:30:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The Ishak Pasha Palace in the Doğubayazıt district of Ağrı has seen significant tourism interest, reaching approximately 200,000 visitors so far this year. Monthly visitor numbers have fluctuated, with peak months seeing between 40,000 and 50,000 people, while August recorded over 30,000 visitors.

To improve the site, digital initiatives such as an audio guidance system are being developed, and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism is overseeing various restoration projects. The 18th-century structure, which features Seljuk and Ottoman architectural influences, has been on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List since 2000.

Erhan Ağrı, the Provincial Director of Culture and Tourism for Ağrı, stated that the administration aims to reach a total of 250,000 visitors by the end of the year.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-04: Ishak Pasha Palace targets 250,000 visitors by year-end

The historic Ishak Pasha Palace in Ağrı, Turkey, aims to reach 250,000 visitors by year-end, building on its status as a significant UNESCO-listed Ottoman architectural site.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ishak-pasha-palace-targets-250000-visitors-by-year-end

### 2026-09-30: Ishak Pasha Palace reaches 200,000 visitors this year

The Ishak Pasha Palace in Ağrı has reached 200,000 visitors this year, with a target of 250,000 by year-end. Digital improvements and restoration works are currently underway.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ishak-pasha-palace-reaches-200000-visitors-this-year

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