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.
Taraklı
Taraklı is a district of Sakarya. It used to be a town of Geyve district. It is 65 km from the city center. This district has the title of Cittaslow (Calm city). Transportation to the region is provided only by road. It has a forested land structure with scallops, the district is surrounded by mountains and hills. Terrestrial climate characteristics are observed in the region. There are 5 educational institutions in Taraklı. The people of the region make their living from agriculture and animal husbandry. Among agricultural crops, wheat, barley and sunflower cultivation is dominant. It has been preferred for raising sheep and goats in animal husbandry. The Yunus Pasha Mosque, the Historical Inn and the Taraklı Houses, which are among well-known historical buildings of the region, can be visited in touristic terms.
