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Adana
Turkey
1.75 Million
Southern Turkey, Cilicia
UTC+3 (TRT)
Adana is Turkey's 5th most populated city with 1.75 million inhabitants, situated in the fertile Cilicia region that is home to six million people—one of Turkey's biggest population centers. The city has played a crucial role throughout history, hosting civilizations from the ancient Greeks and Romans to the Seljuks, positioned along one of the oldest trade routes from Europe to the Middle East.
The Türkiye Culture Route Festival kicked off its 2025 journey in Adana on April 5, featuring around 45,000 artists across various cities. The festival brought notable exhibitions to the city, including a Pablo Picasso exhibition with 50 original works at the Adana Museum Complex. This reflects Adana's growing cultural significance in Turkey.
Agriculture-based life and agriculture-based industrial culture have long defined Adana. However, developments in industrial life, improvements in transportation, and large-scale migration have transformed the city into a modern metropolis while preserving its rich historical heritage and culinary traditions.
Built in 1882, Turkey's tallest clock tower rises 32 meters high. This iconic landmark was constructed by the governor of Adana and remains the city's most recognizable symbol.
One of the most beautiful and majestic mosques in Turkey, impressive in its scope with space, silence, and a sense of peace inside. A masterpiece of modern Islamic architecture.
Turkey's largest urban park spans 82 hectares along the Seyhan River, featuring over 400 plant species. A green oasis in the heart of the city for recreation and relaxation.
A cultural and historical gem dating back to the 15th century. Once the administrative centre of the Ramazanoglu dynasty, it now hosts concerts, exhibitions, and cultural events.
One of Turkey's most prestigious film festivals held annually. The International Adana Golden Boll Film Festival celebrates Turkish and international cinema with diverse programming.
The world-famous Adana kebabı, made from minced meat, is the city's culinary pride. Best enjoyed with şalgam, a traditional fermented beverage made from purple carrots and turnips.
Adana is a major agricultural and industrial center, known for cotton production and textile manufacturing. The Cilicia region's fertile plains support extensive farming, while modern industries including food processing, chemicals, and machinery contribute to economic growth. The city serves as a commercial hub for southern Turkey.
The city's cuisine is legendary throughout Turkey, particularly the Adana kebab. Cultural life thrives through annual events like the Golden Boll Film Festival and the Culture Route Festival. Historical bazaars, mansions, mosques, and churches reflect the diverse civilizations that have called Adana home over millennia.
Adana's history stretches back to ancient times, with settlement evidence dating to the Neolithic period. The city was part of the Hittite Empire and later came under Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Seljuk, and Ottoman rule. Its position on the trade route between Europe and the Middle East made it strategically valuable throughout history.
The Ramazanoglu dynasty ruled Adana for centuries before Ottoman incorporation. Modern Adana developed during the late Ottoman and early Republican periods, with the construction of railways connecting it to major cities. Today, the city balances its rich heritage with industrial development, serving as a cultural and economic center for Turkey's Mediterranean region.
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