Tuzluca Salt Mines Tuzluca is a district situated in the Iğdır Province of Eastern Anatolia. Its northern area borders Turkey and Armenia. The district's name comes from the Turkish word "tuz," which means salt, reflecting its long history of salt mining dating back to medieval times. Even today, a salt mine remains active in the region. Over the course of history, Tuzluca was part of various Armenian kingdoms and endured numerous social and military conflicts before becoming an Ottoman border region. The district is especially famous for its salt mines, which have significantly contributed to its growth and economy. In 1746, the area was invaded by Iran and later incorporated into the Erivan Khanate. After the Russo-Persian War between 1826-1828 and the signing of the Treaty of Turkmenchay, control of the region passed to Russia, which established it as an Armenian Oblast, later part of the Erivan Governorate. Following the Russian Revolution, Tuzluca was governed by the Democratic Republic of Armenia. However, in 1921, the Soviet Union transferred the district to Turkey under a treaty agreement. The district is recognized for its highland resorts beneficial to asthma patients and is also well known for cultivating apricots along with various fruits and vegetables. Should you have any questions or want more information about the Tuzluca Salt Mines, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] or simply contact us via Whatsapp, and we will reply promptly.