Area Description
Adapazarı
Adapazarı, which is the central district of Sakarya, is one of the densely populated regions of the Marmara region. This region has suitable land for agriculture and forestry. This region is home to the climate and land suitable for growing walnut tree, nuts and various vegetables. It stands out in the automobile industry and defense industry, silk and linen factories are frequently found in this region. The only university in the city is Sakarya University, which is one of Turkey's prominent institutions. Considering the climatic conditions in the region, summers are hot and very humid, winters are cool and damp.
Sakarya
Sakarya is an important tourism center in the Marmara Region. It has borders with the cities; Kocaeli on the west, Bilecik on the south, Bolu on the southeast and Düzce on the east. Sakarya is located at the intersection of all the important roads and railways. The D-100 (E-5) highway which has an important role on domestic and international transportation and passes through the city East-ward all along together with TEM highway and the D-25 highway in the direction of Bilecik are the main transportation axis of the city. Sakarya, one of the most important cities in Turkey for its rapid growth and development, is also attention worthy for its natural beauties and cultural richness. It is one of the paradise-like spots of the country with its sea, beaches, lakes, rivers, highlands, thermal springs along with traditional Ottoman lifestyle districts such as Taraklı and Geyve. Sakarya River is passing through Geyve, and is one of the important water sources for the land/agriculture. Geyve's economy is centered in agriculture as it has a productive agricultural land. It has a mild transitional climate, carrying mixed characteristics of Mediterranean, Black Sea and Inland Anatolian climates. Geyve's climate, the Sakarya River, and its productive land allow the varieties of fruits, vegetables and grains to be produced in Geyve. Sakarya River is the main vessel of town's agriculture. Especially, the quince, cherry, apple, peach and grape of Geyve are quite well known in local and Istanbul markets.
