Armutlu, Administrative district in Yalova Province, Turkey
Armutlu is an administrative district in Yalova Province located in the Marmara region, encompassing a main town with several surrounding villages. The district sits along the coast and connects the local communities to the broader Marmara area.
The district was established as an administrative unit within Yalova Province, shaping the governance of the northwestern region. Settlement here developed over generations around local farming and coastal life.
The name comes from the Turkish word for pears, rooted in the long farming tradition of this coastal region.
The district is accessible through a ferry port that connects to other municipalities across the Marmara Sea. This water route serves as the main access point for the area.
The area contains five traditional villages - Fıstıklı, Hayriye, Kapaklı, Mecidiye, and Selimiye - each with its own local customs and character. These settlements form the heart of the community life in the district.
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