Gerze
Gerze is a town in Sinop Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey. It is the seat of Gerze District and is located 49 km east of Sinop and 140 km west of Samsun. The town has a population of 19,144 as of 2022.
The town was first settled by the Ionians and was known in antiquity as Carusa. It has a rich history, with a notable event being protests and controversy in 2012 around the proposed construction of a coal power plant. The project was later withdrawn by the government after a negative environmental impact assessment.
The region is noted for its traditional domestic architecture and has several popular excursion places, including the Çeçe Sultan Tomb, a pilgrimage place, and Gazhane Bay. In 2017, Gerze was declared a Cittaslow, a recognition of its efforts to preserve its cultural and environmental heritage. The town's location and features make it a unique and interesting place to visit.
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