In the province of Artvin, the most important things to see are the fortresses of Artvin, Okumuslar, Bakirkoy, Saribudak and Yukarimaden. Regional festivals give a fascinating insight into local customs. The best known among these is the Kafkasor Cultural and Arts Festival held each year in the second half of June. The festival is unique in the world, featuring a Turkish version of bullfighting. Prize bulls, classified according to their neck thickness and weight, are pitted against each other in fights that stop short of mortal injury. The festival attracts a growing number of tourists from around the around the world.