
Kerpe is a settlement area under the district of Kandıra in Kocaeli Province. Known in antiquity as Kalpe, Kerpe has a history extending back to the 5th century BCE and is recognized as an ancient and significant settlement. Today, it is a tranquil holiday village noted for its peaceful atmosphere and natural surroundings. History Kerpe began functioning in the 7th century BCE as a base and trading post (emporion) established by Milesian or Megarian colonists to utilize and protect maritime trad
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Ahsen Güneş

The SEKA Paper Museum has been organized upon the industrial heritage of the İzmit SEKA Paper Factory, which was one of the first and most comprehensive industrial establishments founded in the field of paper production in Turkey. The museum is a corporate memory and exhibition area documenting both the historical development of the factory and the social and cultural uses of paper. Establishment and Historical Background Studies towards modern paper production in Turkey began in the 1920s, and
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Melahat Pamuk
KoKocaelispor Club, commonly known as Kocaelispor, is a professional football club based in İzmit, located in Kocaeli Province, Türkiye. The club was established in 1966 through the merger of three local teams: Baçspor, İzmit Gençlik, and Doğanspor. It is distinguished by its club colours, green and black, and is historically regarded as one of the most prominent provincial clubs in Turkish football. Kocaelispor will return to Trendyol Süper Lig in the 2025-2026 season. Stadium and Infrastructure
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Doğan Eşkinat

The Kaiser Wilhelm Pavilion is a historic structure located in Hereke, Körfez district of Kocaeli, Türkiye, along the coast of the Marmara Sea. It was built in 1898 for the visit of German Emperor Wilhelm II. Constructed by order of Ottoman Sultan Abdülhamid II, the pavilion hosted diplomatic interactions of the period while standing out for its architectural and craftsmanship qualities. Its name honors the German emperor commemorating this diplomatic visit. Construction Process and Architectura
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Ahsen Güneş

Located within the Kocaeli province and recognized as one of Europe's largest wildlife parks, Ormanya stands out for its sustainable ecotourism practices, nature education opportunities, and contributions to biodiversity. This project, which aims to blur the boundaries between urban life and the natural environment, is considered a holistic model of environmental awareness, biological conservation, and ecological living practices beyond simply being a recreational area. Ormanya serves as a pione
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Ahsen Güneş

Demirciler Konağı is a significant structure belonging to 19th-century Ottoman civil architecture, located in the Dilovası district of Kocaeli Province. The mansion, notable for its historical and architectural features, was constructed during the Ottoman period and is now regarded as part of the cultural heritage. The building, which has been placed under protection, is recognized as one of the original examples of traditional architectural style in the region. History and Location The mansion
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Dilara Yiğit

A fire that broke out on November 8, 2025, at a cosmetics and perfume production facility in the Mimar Sinan Neighborhood of Dilovası district in Kocaeli resulted in the deaths of seven people and injuries to seven others. Following the incident, judicial and administrative investigations were launched, and detention orders were issued against the factory owners and managers. Course of the Fire The fire began in the early morning hours at a cosmetics factory located on Mimar Sinan Street in the
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Edanur Karakoç
YuYuvacık Dam is a dam located within the boundaries of the Başiskele district in Kocaeli, in Türkiye’s Marmara Region. Constructed on the Kirazdere River, it is one of the key water sources supplying drinking and utility water to Kocaeli. As a component of Kocaeli’s water supply system, the dam plays a vital role in meeting the water demands of areas with high population density and industrial activity. Geographical Location Yuvacık Dam is situated in a valley on the northern slopes of the Samanl
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Dilan Varol

Yeniköy Yazlık (Ayazma) Ilıcası is a thermal water source located in the Gölcük district of Kocaeli, featuring sulfuric and calcareous properties with a history extending back to the late Eastern Roman period. This spa, which served as an important health center during the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods, continues to provide services in the field of health tourism today through modern facilities restored by the Gölcük Municipality.【1】 Geographical Location and Access Yazlık Ilıcası is sit
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Gözde Cabadak

Kocaeli Fen Lisesi, Kocaeli ilinin İzmit ilçesinde faaliyet gösteren, fen bilimleri ve matematik alanlarında yetenekli öğrencilere eğitim veren bir ortaöğretim kurumudur. Kurum, Millî Eğitim Bakanlığına bağlı olarak fen lisesi statüsünde eğitim-öğretim faaliyetlerini sürdürmektedir.【1】 Tarihçe Kurum, 1991 yılında Körfez ilçesine bağlı Tütünçiftlik beldesinde "Kocaeli-Körfez Fen Lisesi" adıyla açılmıştır. Açıldığı ilk yıl ön kayıt sistemiyle 96 öğrenci kabul etmiştir. Okulun kurucu müdürlüğünü Mu
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Gözde Cabadak