Karabuk City

Karabük city occupies a privileged position in the western Black Sea region of northern Turkey, about 200 km north of Ankara. Karabuk is now the leading industrial center in Turkey for the production of iron and steel, where an iron and steel plant was established in 1939, and is one of the first factories established in Turkey in this area, the city has witnessed rapid growth and evolved tremendously in a short period.

The city has its own resources of white marble and limestone.It is also famous for its coal industry.There are also chemical plants that produce sulfuric acid and phosphate.It is one of the Turkish cities with the largest forest area.It is full of pine forests and has a huge variety of different trees. It is also characterized by a variety of natural and historical tourist attractions scattered in each corner.

1 - Tokatlı Valley
The magnificent Tokatli Valley is located in the village of Tokatli, about 2 km from Safranbolu. When you arrive at the entrance to the valley you can buy entrance tickets for only 3 TL and start the wonderful adventure.

This place is like a piece of paradise with its charming nature and green color surrounding the place and the sound of the purified water of nerves and the high oxygen rate refreshing to the body, not only that, but there are places to rest if you are tired of the hardship of walking, and a little ahead there is a place to breed horses where you can ride and tour.

2 - Crystal Terrace (Kristal Teras)

It's located at an altitude of 80 meters from the Tokatli Valley, when you stand there you will see a magnificent view of the imagination because you will see the whole valley under your feet.

Taking photographs here is fun, and this glass terrace is very durable. It was built to withstand 75 tons, but only 30 people are allowed to go. For those with awe of the high places, we do not recommend them to try this amazing adventure.

3 - İncekaya Su Kemeri
It is located near the Crystal Terrace, it is 116 meters long, has 6 arches, and under it runs the Tokatli River.

4 - Bulak Mencilis Mağarası
It is located in Bulak village of Safranbolu, which is only 8 kilometers away.

It can be reached through a staircase of 150 degrees, and when you enter it you will be surprised before you stalagmites and stalactites dating back a million and a half million years, and you will feel like a dream in front of this charming natural beauty.

5 - Kaymakamlar Gezi Evi
it's located in the center of Safranbolu, it is one of the most eye-catching homes. In 1976, the Ministry of Culture turned it into an archaeological tourist site and is now used as a museum. Consisting of three floors, 7 rooms and a large garden, the entrance fee is 3 TL .

6 - Cinci Hanı ve Hamamı
This archaeological khan is located in Safranbolu. Built by "Hussein Effendi" nicknamed "Genji Khoja" in 1645 AD. It is one of the archaeological buildings indicating the beauty of Ottoman architecture. It was a resting place for merchants coming to or passing through the city, consisting of two floors and 63 rooms, and was once restored. Today it is used as a hotel, and you can drink tea in its courtyard.

7 - The village of Yörük
It is located 20 km from the city of Safranbolu, Yoruk Village is one of the most beautiful landmarks of Ottoman architecture with its narrow alleyways and its 300-year-old timbered old houses. UNESCO declared it an archaeological area and inscribed it on Turkey's World Heritage List in 1997.

8 - Safranbolu houses
These archaeological houses are located in the city of Safranbolu, dating back to about 200-300 years, and the estimated number of more than 2000 historic houses. It has been eroded and worn out over the years and the state has taken care of 800 of them.

9 - Karabük Clock Tower

This tower is located in the center of the city of Karabuk, specifically in the Yenişehir district. The watch was purchased from London and was erected in 1987 in a polygon shape.

10 - Hadrianapolis Antik city
The ruins of this town are located in the village of Ahmetlar of the city of Eskipazar, 3 km from the center. It was discovered in 2005. In order not to be vandalized, part of it was buried, and many ancient monuments were discovered, such as stone pillars, tombs, Roman baths, churches, tunnels, water tanks, and finally mosaics.

Climate in Karabuk
The climate in Karabük is classified as warm and temperate, but there is significant rainfall throughout the year. Even in the driest months there is a lot of rain. The average annual temperature is 10.9 ° C.

The lowest amount of precipitation occurs in August, and most precipitation falls in May, while the highest temperature is in a month in July, at around 20.2 ° C. In January, the average temperature is 0.5 ° C. It is the lowest average temperature of the whole year.

Education in Karabuk

Karabuk University is one of the most modern and dynamic universities in Turkey which have been founded in 2007. It is located in the western Black Sea region near Safranbolu.The university undertakes to become an internationally accredited institution in education, research and quality, and attaches great importance to freedom of expression, thought and judiciary. .