Amasra
Amasra (from Greek Amastris Ἄμαστρις, gen. Ἀμάστριδος) is a small Black Sea port town in the Bartın Province, Turkey. It is the seat of Amasra District. Its population is 6,098 (2021).
Amasra | |
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Municipality | |
View of Amasra Castle | |
Amasra Location in Turkey | |
| Coordinates: 41°44′58″N 32°23′11″E | |
| Country | Turkey |
| Province | Bartın |
| District | Amasra |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Recai Çakır (CHP) |
| Elevation | 123 m (404 ft) |
| Population (2021) | 6,098 |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (TRT) |
| Postal code | 74300 |
| Area code | 0378 |
| Climate | Cfb |
| Website | www |
The town today is much appreciated for its beaches and natural setting, which has made tourism the most important activity for its inhabitants. Amasra has two islands: the bigger one is called Büyük ada ('Great Island'), the smaller one Tavşan adası ('Rabbit Island'). It was annexed by the Ottoman Empire after the Siege of Amasra.
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