Fatsa, Administrative district in Ordu Province, Turkey
Fatsa is a district along the Black Sea coast in Ordu Province, extending across forests, beaches, and agricultural land. Hazelnut orchards dominate the countryside, shaping the landscape and creating a patchwork of cultivation across the terrain.
The settlement began as the ancient city of Polemonion and fell under Byzantine rule before the Ottomans took control in 1461. These changing periods shaped how the district developed and expanded over centuries.
The hazelnut harvest shapes the calendar and brings people together for seasonal celebrations with music and dancing. You can see how this crop influences daily life and community traditions throughout the year.
Visit during autumn when the hazelnut harvest brings activity to markets and local events take place. Year-round access to beaches and rural areas is available, with regular buses connecting to major Turkish cities.
Lake Gaga holds the submerged remains of an ancient church discovered in 2020, sparking excavations that revealed a former monastery beneath the water. These discoveries show that the area held religious importance in earlier periods.
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