Değirmen
A 500-year-old mill in Gökçeli Neighbourhood. Its cut-stone arch still stands today, and it continues to operate as a flour mill.
View on map6 places to visit in the Salıpazarı district of Samsun: Değirmen, Yeşil Mosque and Karaman Mosque. Plan your trip to Salıpazarı with local food, practical tips and transport information.
Salıpazarı is a hilly district of Samsun that gained district status in 1987. It takes its name from the market held in the centre every Tuesday (salı). It covers an area of 356 km², has an average elevation of 81 metres above sea level and a population of 19,406.
History
Before the First World War, the region was home to Turks as well as Greek, Armenian and Georgian populations. During the war, clashes took place with Armenian gangs, and Durmuşoğlu Ali Ağa seized an arsenal and distributed it to the people. Runic Turkic inscriptions and rock tombs of the Oghuz tribes (Pechenegs and Kipchaks) have been found in the hazelnut orchards of the district.
Geography
Salıpazarı is bordered by Çarşamba to the north, Terme to the east, Ayvacık to the west and the districts of Erbaa and Akkuş to the south; it has no coastline. The north of the district is flat and the south is mountainous. The Yeşilçay and the Terme Stream meet in the central area. Important bridges across these rivers include the Kurt Bridge and the Maviren Bridge. A large pond was created where the rivers meet, and trout facilities were built along its banks.
Climate and Vegetation
The climate of Salıpazarı can be considered in two parts. In the flat area the Central Black Sea climate prevails, with cool summers and mild winters. As one climbs to higher areas the climate becomes harsher, and snowfall of more than two metres is recorded in winter. 80% of the district’s land is rugged and mountainous, with forested areas where oak, alder, chestnut and hazelnut are widespread. The region’s chestnuts and chestnut honey are famous; many herb species (kaldırık, kırçan, sirken) are used by local people in various dishes.
Culture and Festivals
Every year on 5, 6 and 7 May, Hıdrellez festivals are held in Tahnal, Esatçiftliği and Avut neighbourhoods. The festivals feature wrestling competitions and horse races; strawberry festivals are also held in the district during May.
Economy
The district’s economy is based on agriculture, and hazelnut farming is the most common. Alongside hazelnuts, rice, maize and sugar beet are grown, and some households are involved in livestock farming.
History and Culture
Salıpazarı takes its name from the market held every Tuesday. Salıpazarı was attached to Samsun in 1987, when a district organisation was established.
Key Facts
Salıpazarı has been settled since the Bronze Age (3000 BC), as shown by archaeological evidence. The Terme Stream and the Bolas River enrich Salıpazarı’s tourism potential. Runic Turkic inscriptions and emblems used by the Pechenegs and Kipchaks have been found in Yeşilköy.
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