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Although it is the least visited part of Turkey, the Black Sea region is one of the loveliest, most scenic and culturally authentic areas of country. Take some time to explore the hidden treasures of this diverse region, which include the beautiful ports of Amasra and Sinop, the historic coastal city of Trabzon, and Safranbolu, a gem of Ottoman architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
For travellers with an interest in religion and history, the region has many Christian sites to explore. Chief among these are Trabzon's church of Haghia Sophia and the Sumela Monastery, as well as the Georgian churches and monasteries in the Artvin area.
Thia is Turkey's wettest region, and the climate is most and moderate even summer. From the coastal highway, the coastal plain rises to lush tea and hazelnut plantation, virgin forests and the Pontic mountain ranges, which form an almost unbroken barrier. The peaks around Çamlıhemşin attract trekkers and mountainers from all over the world.
The local people are down-to-earth and industrious. Smallholdings are common, and many of the owners have retained their Caucasian origins and traditions. Temel and İdris are popular Black Sea boy's names. Temel is Turkey's slow learner, and is often the butt of jokes.
A Black Sea sardine known as Hamsi is the symbol of the region and the nickname for its people.