Isparta

Isparta is a city in western Turkey. It is the seat of Isparta Province and Isparta District. Its population is 247,580 (2022). Its elevation is 1035 m. It is known as the "City of Roses".

Isparta
Municipality
Isparta seen from a mountain
Isparta
Location in Turkey
Coordinates: 37°45′53″N 30°33′24″E
CountryTurkey
ProvinceIsparta
DistrictIsparta
Government
  MayorŞükrü Başdeğirmen (AKP)
Elevation
1,035 m (3,396 ft)
Population
 (2022)
247,580
Time zoneUTC+3 (TRT)
Postal code
32000
Area code0246
Websitewww.isparta.bel.tr

Isparta is well-connected to other parts of Turkey via roads. Antalya lies 130 km to the south and Eskişehir is 350 km to the north.

Süleyman Demirel University has introduced thousands of youths from varied backgrounds to the city's mostly conservative fabric in recent years. The city's football team, Ispartaspor, plays in Group 7 of the Turkish Regional Amateur League.

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