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Black Sea · Plate code 37

Kastamonu

Kastamonu is known for the canyons of Küre Mountains National Park, its historic mansions and its castle. Valla Canyon, Horma Canyon, the old houses of İnebolu and the garlic of Taşköprü are its highlights.

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Detailed guides

Highlights

Places

  • Kastamonu Castle
  • Valla Canyon

Tastes

  • Taşköprü garlic

Local food and products

  • Product

    Taşköprü garlic

    Pungent garlic with a geographical indication.

  • Product

    Siyez bulgur

    Made from siyez, an ancient variety of wheat.

When to go

June to September is best for the highlands and coast; the region is rainy all year, so bring a raincoat.

Getting there

Airports
Kastamonu Havalimanı (KFS)
Bus terminal
Kastamonu bus terminal has services to Ankara and İstanbul.

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