Photo: Asımcaga (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Source 3 places to visit in the Perşembe district of Ordu: Hoynat Island, Yason Cape and Yason Church. Plan your trip to Perşembe with local food, practical tips and transport information.
It is counted among the world’s few quiet towns.
The district’s former name was Vona, which appears on an Ottoman map of 1914. After Fatih Sultan Mehmet ended the Empire of Trebizond in 1461, the area came under Ottoman rule. It became a district in 1945, when the central sub-district consisted of 34 villages.
The district lies on the old Ordu–Samsun state highway, at the natural harbour bay of Vona. It is bordered by the Black Sea to the north, Altınordu to the east, Fatsa to the west, and the districts of Ulubey and Gürgentepe to the south.
The island was registered as a second-degree archaeological site in 2004. Hoynat Island attracts considerable interest, particularly from birdwatchers. Yason Cape Peninsula is located 15 km from Perşembe district centre, within the boundaries of Çaytepe village. Yason Church stands on the Yason Cape peninsula, within the boundaries of Çaytepe village.
Perşembe was founded on the slope of Kordon Hill at the natural harbour bay of Vona. Perşembe became a district on 25 June 1945. Perşembe is a member of the Cittaslow (Slow City) network.
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Photo: Asımcaga (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Source The island within the boundaries of Ramazan village. In ancient times sailors used it as a storehouse and shelter, and in 2004 it was registered as a second-degree archaeological site.
View on mapA peninsula 15 km away, within the boundaries of Çaytepe village. Along the Black Sea coast, it is the only peninsula with a church on it.
View on mapA church within the boundaries of Çaytepe village, on Yason Cape, bearing an inscription dated 1868.
View on mapWhile you are in Perşembe, you can also see the highlights of Ordu province. These places are in other districts.
Ordu Perşembe walnut halva was registered as a protected geographical indication on 18 December 2017 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 283). Product group: bakery and pastry products, dough products, sweets. Registered by: Perşembe Municipality.
Karalahana, cooked with cornmeal and beans, is one of the basic dishes of Black Sea cuisine. The meeting of karalahana and cornmeal creates the most characteristic flavour of Black Sea cooking.
Prepared by frying fresh hamsi in cornmeal. Made from recipes handed down through generations, this dish is an important part of the region's culinary culture.
Bread made from cornmeal, the staple of Black Sea tables. Prepared with local ingredients, this dish reflects the region's gastronomic richness. The recipe, handed down through generations, varies slightly in every family.
Walnut halva made in Perşembe with liquorice root (meyan), milk, sugar, walnuts and lemon salt. It has received a geographical indication registration from the Turkish Patent and Trademark Institute.
The tradition of migrating to the highland pastures in summer continues in Perşembe. Highland festivals, horon performances and traditional food are part of this culture.
Fishing in Perşembe is a tradition going back centuries. In anchovy season, fishing boats set out from the shore.
Perşembe's economy is based on hazelnut production, fishing and livestock farming. Highland tourism is also a developing sector.
Perşembe is 20 km from Ordu. It is 35 km from Ordu–Giresun Airport.
The 3 leading places in Perşembe: Hoynat Island, Yason Cape and Yason Church.
Ordu Perşembe Ceviz Helvası, Karalahana Çorbası, Hamsi Tava and Mısır Ekmeği are the standout dishes on Perşembe's tables.
Perşembe is known for Perşembe Hazelnuts and Highland Pasture Culture. Hazelnuts grown in the district's mountainous areas are one of the high-quality varieties of Ordu hazelnut.
Perşembe is 20 km from Ordu. It is 35 km from Ordu–Giresun Airport.
Suggested visit length: 1 day. Best time to visit: summer months (June–September).