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Yozgat, Administrative center in Central Anatolia Region, Turkey.

The city of Yozgat sits at an elevation of 1,406 meters in a valley of the Ak Mountains, surrounded by agricultural lands and forests.

Archaeological excavations at the Kerkenes plateau near Yozgat revealed remains of the ancient city of Pteria, which was destroyed in 585 BC.

The Çapanoğlu Mosque stands as the main religious structure in Yozgat, displaying traditional Ottoman architectural elements from different construction periods.

The main road connecting Sivas to Ankara passes through Yozgat, making the city accessible despite its lack of direct rail connections.

The Yozgat Pine Grove National Park contains trees reaching 500 years of age, representing one of the most extensive pine forests in central Turkey.

Location: Yozgat Province

Elevation above the sea: 1,406 m

Website: https://yozgat.bel.tr

GPS coordinates: 39.82083,34.80833

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:52

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