Area Description
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.
Sapanca
Sapanca is a district of Sakarya. This district is surrounded by important regions such as the central district of Sakarya/Adapazarı, Geyve and Kocaeli. Both Black Sea and Mediterranean climates are seen as climate. In the winter season, this region receives abundant rainfall. The availability of lands suitable for climate and agriculture made agriculture another source of income for this region’s people. As a result, the most common agricultural activity in this region is fruit growing. This district has been one of the preferred regions for daily holidays due to its close location to Istanbul, and this makes a significant contribution to district tourism. Due to the facilities located by the lake and the nature of Sapanca, local tourists visit a lot, especially on weekends.
