The $1.7 billion Ilisu Dam in Turkey significantly benefits the local economy. Yet its construction sparked such widespread controversy that it led to international boycotts and even became the target of an armed attack. Today we will find out why the dam was built in the first place, the reasons behind the controversy, and its impact.

For more skyscraper & megaproject content make sure to subscribe to Top Luxury!

0:00 Turkey's Controversial $1.7BN Mega Dam
1:21 Why was the Ilisu Dam Built?
2:28 Construction Process
5:33 The Impact of the Ilisu Dam

#megaprojects #construction #dam
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
► OTHER INTERESTING VIDEOS:

Africa’s $80BN Mega Dam
   • Africa’s $80BN Mega Dam  

Three Gorges Dam: The World's Most Powerful Dam
   • Three Gorges Dam: The World's Most Po...  

The Biggest Megaprojects in the World
   • The Biggest Megaprojects in the World  
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
► OUR OTHER CHANNELS:

Top Luxury in Español: @Megaproyectos.
Top Luxury in German: @Megabauten
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Contact us:
topluxuryinfo[at]gmail.com