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Zigana Tunnel is a road tunnel project constructed over the North Anatolian Mountains along the East–Anatolia and Middle East route connected by Trabzon–Gümüşhane. It is Türkiye’s and Europe’s longest and the world’s third longest double-tube road tunnel, constructed using advanced engineering methods. Construction began in 2017 and was completed in 2023, making significant contributions to Türkiye’s economic development and regional transportation security.Innovative construction techniques and

Asphalt is a flexible, durable, and water-resistant road surfacing material produced by mixing bitumen, a petroleum-derived binder, with mineral aggregates in specific proportions. Bitumen is a black or dark brown hydrocarbon with a semi-solid or viscous consistency and constitutes the binding component of asphalt. Due to its production at high temperatures, the necessity for rapid laying and compaction, and its reliable surface performance, asphalt is an indispensable material in road construct

Asphalt is a black, sticky mixture used in road construction. This mixture is prepared by combining natural materials such as stone, sand, and gravel with a dark-colored binding agent called “bitumen.” When heated to a liquid state, asphalt is poured onto the road surface and then compacted and leveled using heavy rollers. Once hardened, it forms a strong surface suitable for vehicle traffic.How Is Asphalt Made?Asphalt production begins with mixing various natural materials in specific proportio

One of Türkiye’s important transportation projects, the Ilgaz 15 July Independence Tunnel, was constructed to make the Ilgaz Mountain passage connecting the Anatolia Central Anatolia region to the West Black Sea safer and more efficient. Opened on 26 December 2016, the tunnel has significantly eased travel across Ilgaz Mountain, which previously suffered from heavy snowfall and fog during the winter winter months, making passage difficult. The project stands out as a major investment offering bo

Constructed to accelerate and enhance safety of transportation between İzmir and Manisa, the Sabuncubeli Tunnel is one of Türkiye’s important recognized highway projects. Located on the Sipylus Mountains in the Aegean Region, tunnel forms part of the Manisa–İzmir Motorway. The tunnel consists of two tubes, each 4,065 meters long, with a total length of 8,130 meters. In conjunction with the tunnel, 2,530 meters of together connection access roads were also constructed. The project aimed to elimin

The Yağdonduran Pass, a key transit point between Sivas and Malatya provinces, posed a major problem for drivers, especially during winter months, due to severe adverse weather conditions including heavy snow precipitation, icing, and snowstorms that caused significant disruptions to transportation. To address this issue, construction of the Yağdonduran Tunnel began in 2016 and it was opened to service in 2024. The 1567-meter-long twin-tube tunnel has been designed to provide drivers with a safe

Hasankeyf Tunnel was constructed to facilitate transportation between the districts of Hasankeyf and Gercüş in Batman. Opened on 8 November 2022, tunnel aims to improve transportation quality in the region by saving time and fuel savings. The tunnel addresses a critical need arising from the change in route caused by the commencement of water storage at the Ilısu Dam water road. Its opening was marked by a ceremony attended by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan via video conference method.Project Sc

In the east of Türkiye, the Pirinkayalar Tunnel connects Erzurum with Artvin, constructed to overcome geographical challenges and enhance driving safety. Opened on 29 December 2021, tunnel lies within the boundaries of Uzundere district in Erzurum and is situated along the Erzurum–Artvin black route extending to Georgia. The tunnel aims to eliminate traffic problems caused by sharp curves and harsh winter conditions by bypassing the difficult Pirinkayalar Pass.Technical Specifications and Struct

Antalya’s west section, constructed to facilitate transportation and enable more efficient operation of the Mediterranean Coast Route, was opened to service on 16 April 2022. tunnel, which strengthens the connection between Antalya—one of Türkiye’s key tourism and agricultural centers—and its Aegean and Inner Anatolia regions, is a twin-tube tunnel with a total length of 1305 meters. The opening ceremony was conducted by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan video conference, with Transportation and In

Lycian Way is a historically and culturally significant hiking route that follows the traces of the Lycian civilization. It is located on the Teke Peninsula in southwestern Türkiye, stretching between Fethiye and Antalya. According to historical sources, the Lycian region has a history extending back to the 2000s BCE and was already known during the Hittite period. The regional name “Land of Lukka” also appears in Hittite inscriptions. The Lycian people were renowned for their strong attachment