Black Sea · Plate code 57
Sinop
Sinop, at Türkiye's northernmost tip, is a quiet coastal city known for its natural harbour. The historic Sinop Prison, the city walls, Hamsilos bay and being the birthplace of the philosopher Diogenes are its highlights.
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Highlights
Places
Sinop Fortress Prison
Hamsilos Bay
Sinop Castle
Tastes
Sinop mantı
Local food and products
- Dish
Sinop mantı
Local dumplings with walnuts and yoghurt.
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
- Sinop Havalimanı (NOP)
- Bus terminal
- Sinop bus terminal has services to Samsun and Ankara.