Gediz Delta
The Gediz Delta is the river delta at the confluence of the Gediz River with the Gulf of İzmir, in İzmir Province in western Turkey. It is a 14,900 ha area of land that occupies coastal parts of Foça, Menemen, and Çiğli districts. It is one of the largest areas of coastal wetlands in Turkey and has a biodiversity of plants and birds. It is a Ramsar site since 1998 and an Important Bird Area since 2000. It is 26 km from İzmir city center.
| Gediz Delta | |
|---|---|
| Location | İzmir Province, Turkey |
| Nearest city | İzmir |
| Coordinates | 38°31′N 26°53′E |
| Area | 14,900 ha (58 sq mi) |
| Governing body | Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry |
Ramsar Wetland | |
| Official name | Gediz Delta |
| Designated | 15 April 1998 |
| Reference no. | 945 |
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