Yozgat Province

Yozgat Province spans across 13,690 square kilometers of land in central Turkey, bordered by eight different provinces including Çorum and Kayseri.

The province changed its name from Bozok to Yozgat in 1927, marking a period of administrative reorganization following the establishment of the Turkish Republic.

The fourteen districts of Yozgat Province maintain traditional Turkish musical traditions and folk dances that represent Central Anatolian heritage.

The province maintains direct road connections to major cities through its central location, with regular bus services operating from the provincial capital to Ankara.

Yozgat Pine Grove National Park contains extensive natural forest areas at an elevation of 1,500 meters, providing a natural retreat in Central Anatolia.

Location: Turkey

Capital city: Yozgat

Part of: Kayseri Subregion

Shares border with: Nevşehir Province

Website: http://yozgat.gov.tr

GPS coordinates: 39.66944,35.26917

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:40