ziyaret

Ziyaret is a Turkish noun meaning "visit" or "visiting." It derives from the Arabic ziyārah and is used in both everyday language and religious contexts. In general terms, ziyaret refers to the act of visiting someone or something, such as visiting a friend, a site of interest, or an institution. In religious contexts, it denotes paying respects at a sacred site, tomb, or shrine, and it can be part of personal devotion or communal practice. The term is closely associated with the idea of pilgrimage to holy places, though it is distinct from the structured pilgrimages of Hajj or Umrah.

As a concept, ziyaret also appears in discussions of religious and cultural practices within Turkic and Islamic traditions, where visiting shrines or revered figures is an expression of faith, remembrance, and social cohesion. Practices and customs surrounding ziyaret can vary by region, shrine, and community, reflecting local histories and beliefs.

Ziyaret is also used as a place name in Turkey. It serves as a toponym for several settlements, villages, or districts, often with historical or religious associations to a shrine or site deemed worthy of visitation. Because it is a common toponym, identifying a specific Ziyaret typically requires additional geographic context, such as the province or district. See also: disambiguation of Ziyaret as a place name.