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Black Sea · Plate code 28

Giresun

Giresun is known for its world-famous hazelnuts, Giresun Island off its coast and highland plateaus such as Kümbet. The hilltop castle overlooks the city and the sea.

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Detailed guides

Highlights

Places

  • Giresun Island
  • Kümbet Plateau
  • Giresun Castle

Tastes

  • Hazelnuts

Local food and products

  • Product

    Giresun hazelnuts

    The "tombul" hazelnut with a geographical indication.

When to go

June to September is best for the highlands and coast; the region is rainy all year, so bring a raincoat.

Getting there

Bus terminal
Giresun bus terminal has services along the coast. Ordu-Giresun Airport is nearby.

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