Giresun Province, Administrative province at Black Sea coast, Turkey
Located in northeastern Turkey, Giresun Province extends over 6,972 square kilometers between the Black Sea coast and mountainous inland regions.
The Romans exported cherries from this region to Europe, as documented by Pliny the Elder during the expansion of the Roman Empire.
The province maintains two distinct cultural zones, with northern areas sharing traditions with coastal regions while southern parts connect with Central Anatolia.
The province contains 16 districts, with the largest population centers being Merkez, Bulancak, and Espiye, hosting a total population of 461,712 residents.
The village of Kuşköy in Giresun Province uses a whistled language system for communication across deep valleys in mountainous terrain.
Location: Turkey
Capital city: Giresun
Part of: Trabzon Subregion
Website: http://giresun.gov.tr
GPS coordinates: 40.57972,38.59444
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:31
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