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The Karadeniz region fascinates those who get to see it with every detail, from magnificent plateaus to waterfalls and canyons to historical structures. Thousands of tourists come to the region not only from Türkiye but also from all over the world. Every city in the Karadeniz region welcomes its guests with lush green nature. The Karadeniz region, which is the region that hosts the most national parks in Türkiye, is also extremely rich in terms of places to visit. Let's take a look at some of the popular regions that you can visit on your Karadeniz trip.

Safranbolu, Karabük

There are over 1000 houses under protection in Safranbolu, which is famous for its historical houses. With this feature, Safranbolu is like an outdoor museum. The historical Safranbolu houses, which have survived almost intact to the present day, have a unique architectural style. Safranbolu has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1994.

Güzelcehisar Lava Columns, Bartın

Located 17 kilometers away from Bartın city center, Güzelcehisar is quite popular with its lava columns that date back to 80 million years. Lava columns, which are found in Scotland, California and Northern Ireland in the world, are only found in the Bartın district in Türkiye. The columns can be 30 meters long and 50 to 100 centimeters in diameter. There is a pier, observation terrace and wooden walking trails in the promenade area. The beach near the lava columns is suitable for swimming.

Sümela Monastery, Trabzon

A Greek Orthodox monastery and church complex, Sümela Monastery is located on an extremely steep slope. The monastery, which has an average altitude of 1150 meters above sea level, is also on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Sümela Monastery, which has a history of 1650 years, is located in the Altındere Valley National Park in the Maçka district of Trabzon.

Zilkale, Rize

Zilkale is located on a high hill in the Fırtına Deresi Valley in the Çamlıhemşin district of Rize. The castle, which dates back to the Middle Ages and is thought to have been built in the 5th and 6th centuries, is one of the ideal Karadeniz routes for taking magnificent pictures. Local delicacies can be tried in the places that are near the castle, which is located in the 1st degree archaeological site.

Borçka Karagöl Nature Park, Artvin

Borçka Karagöl Nature Park is among the national parks of Türkiye. Karagöl, which hosts thousands of tourists throughout the year, offers its visitors both mountain and lake scenery with its location in the forest. The surroundings of Borçka Karagöl Nature Park, which is visited by an average of 10 thousand people every year, are suitable for activities such as camping, hiking and picnicking.

Ilıca Waterfall, Kastamonu

Ilıca Waterfall, which has a postcard appearance, is surrounded by a lush forest. Located 12 kilometers away from the Pınarbaşı district of Kastamonu, the waterfall is among the places visited by nature lovers who would like to get some fresh air, spend time with their families, or be all alone. Great nature pictures can be taken around the waterfall. You can also visit Ilıca Waterfall to swim and cool off in the summer months.

Tomara Waterfall, Gümüşhane

Tomara Waterfall, which flows from 40 different sources and is also known as Kırk Gözeler in the region, flows in an extremely magnificent way. The sound and appearance of the waterfall, which flows from a height of approximately 25 meters, are quite fascinating. A viewing terrace has been set up at the top of the waterfall for those who would like to watch the waterfall and take some pictures. Tomara Waterfall, located at an altitude of 1380 meters, has been a nature park since 2011.

Kümbet Plateau, Giresun

Kümbet Plateau, located approximately 60 kilometers away from Giresun city center, is surrounded by lush forests. The vegetation of the plateau provides unmatched scenery in every season. Uluslararası Kümbet Kültür ve Sanat Festivali is held each year in July on the plateau, which is located at an altitude of 1600 meters.

Bandırma Ferry, Samsun

The Bandırma Ferry, which brought Mustafa Kemal Atatürk to Samsun as the 9th Army Inspector on May 19, 1919, is one of the symbols of the national struggle. The ship, which serves as a museum today, has two different areas, indoor and outdoor. With 5 statues in the indoor area, a meeting moment of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and his comrades-in-arms is recreated.

A Comfortable Break for Your Karadeniz Trip: Elite World Comfy Samsun Atakum

Having one of the most beautiful views of the Karadeniz, Elite World Comfy Samsun Atakum is located on the longest coast of the Karadeniz. You can taste delicious dishes at the restaurants of Elite World Comfy Samsun Atakum with a magnificent sea view and say goodbye to your tiredness with massage sessions that are applied by the therapists at Fit Life & SPA. You can contact Elite World Comfy Samsun Atakum and make a reservation for a comfortable stay at the Karadeniz.