İskilip

İskilip is a district in Çorum Province characterized by rolling countryside, scattered villages, and agricultural land that covers a broad area. The landscape shows farming activity alongside quieter settlements connected by rural roads with little urban development.

The name traces back to Hittite times when it was called Iskila, and later received a Greek name in the ancient period. People were drawn to settle here because of natural salt springs that attracted communities for thousands of years.

The area keeps traditional food ways alive, particularly through rice-filled grape leaves and wheat-based stews made with family recipes passed down over time. These dishes remain central to how people gather and eat together today.

The district connects to other towns in the province through main roads and offers basic services including schools, medical facilities, and local markets. Visitors should be prepared for rural conditions and allow time for traveling between settlements.

The location sits very close to the calculated center point of Earth's entire land surface. This rare position makes it an unexpected focal point for understanding the planet's geography.

Location: Çorum Province

Elevation above the sea: 750 m

GPS coordinates: 40.73074,34.47126

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06