
The Kadıoğlu Mosaics are located within the boundaries of Kadıoğlu Village, in the Çaycuma district of Zonguldak province. The site is situated approximately 45 km southeast of the city center of Zonguldak. The mosaics were uncovered during rescue excavations carried out by the Zonguldak Ereğli Museum Directorate between 2008 and 2010. The excavations took place on privately owned land, during which the presence of a Roman-era villa rustica architectural complex was identified. Architectural and
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Karadeniz Ereğli is a district of Zonguldak Province located on the western Black Sea coast and stands out historically, economically, and culturally as one of the region’s most prominent districts. Known in antiquity as Heraclea Pontica, the town has been significant throughout history for its natural harbor and strategic location, playing a vital role in maritime trade, shipbuilding, and industrial activity. Today, the district is particularly notable for its iron and steel industry, agricultu
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Zübeyir Kolçak

Zonguldak-Bartın-Karabük (ZBK) Development Project is a regional development initiative designed to support economic, social and environmental development in Türkiye's West Black Sea Region. The project continues the ZBK Regional Development Project initiated in 1997 by the State Planning Organization. With the establishment of the Western Black Sea Development Agency (BAKKA) in 2010, regional development policies were made more systematic. The 2024-2028 TR81 Region Plan aims to accelerate the r
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Nazlı Kemerkaya

Bölüklü Yaylası is located within the boundaries of Gümeli village, in the Alaplı district of Zonguldak province, in the Western Black Sea Region. Situated at an elevation of approximately 1,100 metres, the plateau is positioned on a mountainous topography and is accessible by vehicle from Gümeli village. Access to the plateau is facilitated via stabilized roads, particularly during the summer months, with sections of asphalt pavement along the route. The plateau is about 35 kilometres from the
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Yusuf İslam Tuğla

Karadeniz Ereğli Museum is one of the institutional structures representing the cultural and historical memory of Zonguldak Province. The museum operates in the Halil Paşa Mansion, a stone-built residence constructed in the late 19th century. The building features a three-story layout with a central courtyard. It is known that this historic mansion was commissioned by Halil Paşa Karamahmutoğlu, the district governor of the period, on the site of a former church structure. Over time, the mansion
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Yusuf İslam Tuğla

Ilıksu Beach is located within the boundaries of Aşağıçayır (Esenköy) Village in the Kozlu district of Zonguldak Province. It is situated 15–20 minutes from Zonguldak city center and 5–10 minutes from Kozlu. Access is convenient via road networks and local minibus routes, and the extensive parking area surrounding the beach facilitates easy access.Physical Structure, Landscape, and Marine CharacteristicsThe beach features a mixture of fine sand and pebbles, with shallow and generally calm waters
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Yusuf İslam Tuğla

Filyos Castle is situated on a high promontory overlooking the Black Sea, at the northern tip of the Filyos township, within the Çaycuma district of Zonguldak Province. The castle was constructed at the point where the Filyos River (known in antiquity as Billaos or Tieion) flows into the sea, serving as a strategic observation and defensive position. Today, the castle is within walking distance of the Filyos township center and attracts attention for its historical and visual significance.Histor
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Yusuf İslam Tuğla

About the CityZonguldak is located in northern Türkiye, along the Black Sea coast. The city is particularly known for its bituminous coal mines. Following the discovery of coal deposits during the Ottoman period in the 19th century, Zonguldak developed rapidly and became one of Türkiye’s most important industrial centers. During the early years of the Republic, bituminous coal production was expanded and the Turkish Bituminous Coal Corporation (TTK) was established.(Generated by artificial intel
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Türk Patent ve Marka Kurumu has registered the geographical indication for a dish specific to the province of Zonguldak. The registration process began on 14.11.2022 and was completed on 07.08.2023 under registration number 1444. The distinguishing feature of the product is its preparation using the plant known locally as zılbıt otu, or Trachystemon orientalis, within the defined geographical boundary. This dish holds an important place in the regional culinary culture and has roots extending ba
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Kasım Emre Anıl

Zonguldak province’s Devrek district is closely associated with a traditional dough-based product. The product has been officially registered as a geographical indication. This regional delicacy, historically prepared within families for special occasions such as religious holidays, engagements, and weddings for home consumption and guest hospitality, continues to be produced using traditional methods and has now acquired the status of a commercial product. The key elements that distinguish the
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