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80 km east of Zonguldak is Bartin, the comely city of timbered houses which has the remains of a Roman road. The Bartin
River passing through the city gives way to boat trips in the city to catch a glimpse of perfect landscape. This lovely
city hosts strawberry festivals in spring. The city also has beaches of good quality. Inkum, a lovely setting with a
holiday village and other facilities, has sandy beaches. Carkaz, is a fishing village which has an excellent beach while
at Kurucasile fishing boats are built. Amasra was founded in 6th century BC and its ancient name was Sesamos. It is one
of the highest spots on the Black Sea Coast which displays unimaginable, fascinating beauties while travelling through. The
city is located on a peninsula and the eastern side is especially good for swimming. The archaeological museum and Cekiciler
Street are of interest, too. As a souvenir you may purchase hand - carved, wooden articles. Bartin, a pretty city of timbered
houses, holds a strawberry festival every year in the spring. The remains of a Roman road dating to the reign of the Emperor
Claudius can still be seen. A boat trip on the Bartin river makes a delightful excursion. Nearby Inkum has been developed
into a holiday village offering a sandy beach, restaurant and guest houses. Amasra, one of the most beautiful towns on the
Black Sea coast, was called Sesamos in ancient times, when it was founded by the Miletians in the sixth century BC. It
stands on a peninsula split by two inlets. The eastern side enjoys a reputation for good swimming. On a rocky promontory
rise the ramparts of the Byzantine citadel, inside of which is an old church,now the Fatih Mosque. The necropolis dates
from the Roman period. Remnants from Amasra's entire history are displayed in the Archaeological Museum. You can purchase
a hand-carved wooden souvenir on Cekiciler street. Continuing eastwards along the coast, you arrive at Cakraz, a typical
fishing village with excellent beaches, friendly accommodation and restaurants. The winding road between Cakraz and Inebolu
climbs steep mountainsides and offers a spectacular panoramic view. Kurucasile, after Cakraz, is a town known for its
manufacture of fishing boats. Twenty-eight more kilometers bring you to Cide, where good hotels and a pleasant beach
provide comfort and relaxation. Gideros Bay will make you think a dream has come true. A typical Black Sea town set in
lush greenery, Inebolu has many fine examples of traditional Turkish architecture. East of Inebolu, Abana is an agreeable
holiday center.
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