Yazıkonak (former Vertetil, meaning " rose garden") is a town in the central district (Elazığ) of Elazığ Province, Turkey. It is situated to the west of Keban Dam resorvoir at 38°37′N 39°18′E / 38.617°N 39.3°E / 38.617; 39.3.The distance to Elazığ is 10 kilometres (6.2 mi). The population of Yazıkonak is 8685 as of 2011. The town is a relatively new settlement. Elazığ Airport which is just at the southwest of Yazıkonak contributed to the rapid increase in population. In 1986, it was declared a seat of township. Agriculture, cattle rising and light industries are among the economic activities of the town.