The express, one of Turkiye’s oldest rail lines between capital Ankara and northeastern province Kars, resumes services as of December 15.
The Cildir Lake in northeastern Turkey attracts tourists during each season, but it is especially enchanting in winter.
The eastern border city has been known for its popular long Eastern Express railway trips from the capital Ankara to Kars.
At a joint military drill with Azerbaijani troops, Defence Minister Hulusi Akar said Turkey is also ready to help boost the Iraqi military's effectiveness through sharing its knowledge and experience as a NATO member.
Eastern Express, chugging between capital Ankara and eastern Kars province, will now stop briefly at several sites allowing visitors to enjoy more destinations.
With its rooted history and ski resort, Kars province is fast becoming a popular spot for winter tourism.
Young director Taylan Mintas sought to turn his deaf-mute cousins' lives into a documentary. After four years and extensive fundraising, but "Brothers of Silence" finally premiered in the prestigious Istanbul Film Festival in April, to much acclaim.
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