6 places to visit in the Korgan district of Ordu: Korgan Highland Pastures, Korgan Streams and Historic Korgan Mosque. Plan your trip to Korgan with local food, practical tips and transport information.
Korgan is a district of Ordu province in the Black Sea Region, with an area of 254 km² and an elevation of 770 metres.
The first sovereign people of the region were the Kalips, who operated iron mines in the 12th century BC. Between 584 and 555 BC the Persians lived in the region, and in the time of Darius I the lands of Korgan were included in the satrapy of “Cappadocia Pontica”.
Bayezid I (Yıldırım Beyazıt) incorporated Ordu into Ottoman territory in 1398, and the region was recorded in official registers as “Keşdere”. After remaining for years as a subdistrict (bucak) of Fatsa, Korgan became a municipality on 1 June 1958 and a district centre on 1 April 1960.
Korgan became a municipality in 1958 and a district centre in 1960. The first sovereign peoples of the region were the Halip (Kalip), Kolk and Kokurlar. In the time of Kılıçarslan II, Korgan and its surroundings came under the rule of the Anatolian Seljuks.
In 331 BC the Persian state was removed from the stage of history by the armies of Alexander the Great. Our district, located on the Canik mountains, the first-order ranges of the Central Black Sea, 37 km inland from the coast at an elevation of 760 metres, has an area of 206 square kilometres.
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The highland pastures in the upper parts of the district, popular as summer resting places for their cool air and green meadows. Local people hold traditional highland festivals every summer to keep their cultural heritage alive.
View on mapThe streams flowing through the district and the valleys they form offer suitable areas for nature walks and picnics. The stream flowing at the bottom of the valley forms a natural pool for those who want to cool off in the summer months.
View on mapAn Ottoman-era mosque in the district centre, notable for its traditional architecture. This building, which bears traces of traditional construction techniques, reflects the spiritual values of the region. As an important cultural heritage for the people of Korgan, this building bears witness to the district's history.
View on mapA highland pasture with noteworthy herding camps (obalar), 25 km from Korgan district.
View on mapA rest and picnic area among hornbeam trees at the İteniçi locality.
View on mapWhile you are in Korgan, you can also see the highlights of Ordu province. These places are in other districts; Korgan is about 35 km from the provincial centre.
Collard green leaves rolled around rice and minced meat and then cooked. Warming on cold winter days, this dish is the comfort food of the region.
Prepared with cornmeal and cheese melted in butter. Made using recipes passed down through generations, this dish is an important part of the region's culinary culture. Prepared by local people on special occasions, it is a symbol of hospitality.
Prepared by frying fresh anchovies in cornmeal. Prepared with local ingredients, this dish reflects the gastronomic richness of the region. Anchovies caught in the cold waters of the Black Sea reach their most delicious state in the winter months.
The tradition of moving to the highland pastures continues in Korgan during the summer months. As an important element of the local people's cultural identity, this tradition is passed down from generation to generation.
The horon, danced to the accompaniment of the kemençe at weddings and festivities, is part of the district's cultural identity.
The economy of Korgan is based on hazelnut production and livestock farming. Beekeeping is also a source of income.
Korgan is 35 km from Ordu city centre. It is 50 km from Ordu-Giresun Airport. Regular minibus services run via Ünye and Fatsa.
The top 6 places in Korgan: Korgan Highland Pastures, Korgan Streams, Historic Korgan Mosque, Korgan Highland Pasture, Armutalan Highland Pasture and İteniçi Picnic Area.
Karalahana Sarması, Kuymak and Hamsi Tava are the standout dishes on Korgan tables.
Korgan is known for Korgan Hazelnuts and its Highland Culture. Hazelnuts grown in the district are among the high-quality varieties of Ordu hazelnuts.
Korgan is 35 km from Ordu city centre. It is 50 km from Ordu-Giresun Airport. Regular minibus services run via Ünye and Fatsa.
Suggested visit length: half a day. Best time to visit: summer months.