Van -

It is simply a large car park (100 spaces) at the departure of the ferry (90tl return) to the islet where the 10th century Armenian church, Akdamar, is located. the parking lot offers a beautiful view of the lake, no traffic at night, no problem, lit, 300 m further there is a gray sand beach where you can certainly swim. free. WC and water next to the ferry departure hall. Restaurant opposite accessible via the pedestrian bridge.