Şile, Coastal district in Istanbul Province, Turkey
The district stretches along the Black Sea coast, featuring numerous beaches, dense forests, and traditional stone buildings across its 58 villages.
The area originated as a fishing settlement in 700 BC and later developed into a strategic Byzantine trading center before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire.
Local craftsmen maintain the tradition of producing Şile cloth, a specific cotton fabric that represents a significant part of the regional textile heritage.
The district population increases between June and September when Istanbul residents move to their secondary residences in the area for summer activities.
The Şile lighthouse, constructed in 1859, stands 19 meters tall and remains one of the oldest operational maritime structures on the Black Sea coast.
Location: Istanbul Province
Website: http://sile.gov.tr
GPS coordinates: 41.17639,29.61278
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:53
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