Salihli

Salihli is a town in Manisa Province situated in a fertile valley with good road connections. The urban area spreads along both sides of a river and shows a mix of older dense neighborhoods and newer outlying zones.

The town began as a trading hub at a major river crossing and grew under successive empires. Over centuries it developed into a regional center that shaped the economic life of its valley.

The town holds traces of its past as a crossroads for trade and cultural exchange between different peoples. Visitors can see this layered history reflected in how neighborhoods blend together and how traditional crafts remain part of daily routines.

Visitors find basic lodging and food options in the center that are easy to reach on foot. Spring and autumn are the best times to visit, when temperatures are mild and the town is easy to explore.

The town is known for tobacco growing, a craft that visitors can still see in local shops and markets. This tradition has shaped the local economy and the town's character for many generations.

Location: Manisa Province

Shares border with: Ahmetli, Gölmarmara, Gördes, Köprübaşı, Turgutlu, Kula, Alaşehir, Kiraz, Ödemiş

Website: http://salihli.bel.tr

GPS coordinates: 38.48111,28.13917

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:20