Nomadic Beekeepers in the Rich Floral Plateaus of Hizan

The high-altitude plateaus with rich flora in Hizan district of Bitlis host nomadic beekeepers who spend the winter months in warmer regions.

1. Due to the harsh winter conditions in the city, nomadic beekeepers transport their bees to the Mediterranean and Southeastern Anatolia regions after the harvest, returning to the plateaus of Hizan around mid-May to settle in the area.

2. Beekeepers prefer the plateaus, which are rich in vegetation and clean water sources, particularly those with broom and thyme, and they place hives made from willow branches, coated with mud to balance humidity, in designated areas.