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Balaban

Turkey · MalatyaTR

Village in Turkey

Balaban is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Darende, Malatya Province in Turkey. It is populated by Kurds and by Turks and had a population of 1,483 in 2025.

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Population
1,524
Coordinates
38.461, 37.579
Timezone
Europe/Istanbul
Elevation
0 m

Overview of Balaban

Balaban — a tiny locality in Malatya, Turkey — is worth a place on your map. Records put its population near 1,524. And it shows in how much there is to see. Its strongest draws are water sports. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.

Things to do in Balaban

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Water Sports in Balaban

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For water sports, expect Diving and Scuba Diving. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Balaban.

DivingScuba Diving

Best time to visit Balaban

Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.

Getting there & around

Balaban rewards a slow approach — a hub in Malatya, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Istanbul on arrival.

Similar destinations

Places near Balaban that share the same kinds of activities.

Frequently asked questions

What is Balaban known for?
Travellers associate Balaban with water sports. It sits in Malatya, Turkey and counts about 1,524 residents.
What can you do in Balaban?
Balaban is tagged with Diving and Scuba Diving, which is enough to structure a first visit.
When is the best time to visit Balaban?
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Where is Balaban located?
Balaban belongs to Malatya, Turkey, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.

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