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Thousands of residents and visitors gathered in Tunceli this week to take part in "MamekiFest," a multi-day festival combining nature, sports, culture and entertainment activities held in cooperation with local governmental and security institutions.
A jet ski and flyboard show thrilled spectators gathered along the shores of Uzuncayir Dam Lake, with performers executing high-speed maneuvers and aerial tricks above the water's surface.
The water sports exhibition, staged at the Mameki Park area of the dam lake, lasted approximately one hour and drew large crowds eager to watch the flyboard riders soar above the lake.
Following the jet ski and flyboard performances, festivalgoers took to the water themselves, joining organized boat tours across Uzuncayir Dam Lake.
Visitors of all ages could be seen paddling across the lake in kayaks, taking advantage of the calm waters and scenic surroundings offered by the dam lake setting.
Rowing activities also drew steady participation throughout the day, with residents and tourists alike testing their skills on the water.
Rafting enthusiasts navigated the lake as part of the festival's water sports lineup, adding an extra element of excitement to the day's programming.
Governor and Acting Mayor Sefik Aygol addressed reporters at the festival site, describing Tunceli as a city where the benefits of the "Terror-Free Türkiye" process are most visibly experienced by residents.
Festival organizers noted that the event's program was designed to appeal to every citizen, from age 7 to 70, offering a mix of nature, sports, children's games, culture, art, water sports, music, and entertainment activities across multiple venues in the city.
Local officials pointed to a sharp rise in tourism this summer, noting that 54,000 vehicles entered the city in the past week alone, a surge they attribute in part to the popularity of festivals such as MamekiFest.
Authorities said that while Tunceli's tourism infrastructure has struggled to keep pace with the growing number of visitors, significant infrastructure projects aimed at supporting tourism are currently underway and expected to continue in the coming months.
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