Zonguldak Province, Provincial administrative region on Black Sea coast, Turkey
The mountainous province spans 3,342 square kilometers along the western Black Sea, containing eight districts including the capital city of Zonguldak.
Coal mining operations started in 1841 when sailor Uzun Mehmet discovered deposits near Eregli, leading to the establishment of the first official mining company.
The region maintains strong connections to its mining heritage through educational institutions like the Zonguldak Technical School of Mining and local museums.
Major transportation networks connect the province through the Zonguldak-Ankara railway line, Black Sea ports, and roads linking to neighboring provinces.
The province contains Turkey's largest coal deposits and features extensive industrial complexes, including major iron and steel facilities in Karabuk and Eregli.
Location: Turkey
Location: Black Sea Region
Capital city: Zonguldak
Website: http://www.zonguldak.gov.tr
Part of: Zonguldak Subregion
Shares border with: Düzce Province
Website: http://zonguldak.gov.tr
GPS coordinates: 41.32056,31.73361
Latest update: May 27, 2025 16:30
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