Trabzon

Trabzon is located in the north-east of Turkey in the east of the Black Sea, specifically on the Black Sea coast between the Zingana Mountains,

It is one of the Turkish cities that enjoys a wonderful atmosphere, tradition and originality, as it is considered the second largest city located on the Black Sea coast with a population of 750 thousand people, and it is about 1069 km away from Istanbul, and its area is 6685 km2

The origin of naming the city with this name goes back to Trapezius, which means the people of ancient Anatolia, and it refers to the four corners of the castle located on a flat surface between deep valleys, and this city arose, according to historians, in approximately 755 BC.

Trabzon is covered with green mountains and plateaus, as 77% of its area is green mountains and plateaus. Trabzon is characterized by its pleasant climate and wonderful atmosphere that attracts tourists from all over the world for a quiet and comfortable holiday away from the hustle and bustle.

As it enjoys a pleasant summer weather and medium heat,

With snow on all sides in the winter months, the rivers in the area freeze and give a wonderful appearance.

and become rinks extended to each other for skating,

The city also includes a large group of rivers, the most famous of which are the Kaledere, Folderesi, Sera deresi, and Yenikoy.

It includes four lakes, the most important of which is Uzungöl, which has a wide reputation in the world, and the lake is the basis on which tourism is based

The most famous tourist places in Trabzon

Hagia Sophia Museum: This museum is a Byzantine church, and it is one of the most attractive places for tourists in Trabzon. Its construction dates back to the thirteenth century, when the city was the capital of the Trapezius Empire.

Sumela Monastery: This monastery is one of the most attractive places for tourists. It was built at the foot of a mountain overlooking the dense green forests.

Iskandar Pasha Mosque: This mosque was built in the sixteenth century in Trabzon, and the tomb of Iskandar Pasha is located in the back garden of this mosque, so it was called by this name.

Trabzon Castle: Like other cities during the wars in the past centuries, castles were built to repel and deter attacks and protect the city. This castle, which was built in the Ottoman era, is today one of the most important historical monuments of Trabzon.

In addition to these landmarks, the city of Trabzon is teeming with modern buildings such as restaurants and hotels that provide different and distinctive services to tourists. It has an internal airport.

This city is also interested in education, and there is the Black Sea Technical University, which receives students from all  over the world.