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3 places to visit in the Saraydüzü district of Sinop: Saraydüzü Forests, Saraydüzü Stream and Kızılırmak Basin. Plan your trip to Saraydüzü with local food, practical tips and transport information.

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Saraydüzü is a district of Sinop province and gained district status in 1990.

Geography

Saraydüzü, 28 km from Boyabat district and 110 km from the provincial centre, has an undulating terrain that can be described as mountainous. To the south of the district lies Osmancık, attached to Çorum; to the south-east Vezirköprü, attached to Samsun; to the south-west Kargı, attached to Çorum; to the north Boyabat; and to the north-east Durağan. The average elevation of the district centre above sea level is 423 metres. In terms of area it is one of the smallest districts of the province, and it is the district at the southernmost tip of the province. The district has no attached towns; it has 32 attached villages.

Population

Saraydüzü is one of the two smallest districts of the province in terms of population. According to the 2020 population results, the district population is 5,885, of which 1,806 is urban and 4,079 is rural.

Economy

The sectoral distribution in the Saraydüzü district is services, agriculture and industry. The share of the agricultural sector across the district is 36%; the district’s most important economic input comes from this sector. In addition to cereal crops and rice cultivation, fruit growing is also widespread in the district. There is no industrial facility in the Saraydüzü district.

History and Culture

Saraydüzü was a bucak centre attached to Boyabat until it gained district status in 1990.

History and Culture

Saraydüzü, a bucak attached to Boyabat, gained district status in 1990.

Highlights

Its former name, Kızıloğlan, was changed to ‘SARAYDÜZÜ’ in 1954. Saraydüzü became a district by Law No. 3644, published in the Official Gazette No. 20523 on 20 May 1990, when it was a bucak attached to Boyabat District.

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Places to Visit in Saraydüzü

Nature

Saraydüzü Forests

The extensive forest areas surrounding the district are suitable for nature walks and picnics. In the autumn months, as the leaves change colour, the wooded area becomes a picture.

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Nature

Saraydüzü Stream

The stream flowing through the district creates a calm natural setting together with the green areas around it. Fed by snowmelt in the spring months, the stream reaches its most vigorous flow.

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Kızılırmak Basin

The Kızılırmak Basin, in which the district is located.

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Places to Visit Around Sinop Province

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While you are in Saraydüzü, you can also see the highlights of Sinop province. These places are in other districts; Saraydüzü is about 90 km from the provincial centre.

  • Sinop Castle — Surrounding the Sinop peninsula and dating from the 7th century BC, its walls are 2,050 metres long, 25 metres high and 3 metres wide.
  • Sinop Historic Prison — A two-storey cut-stone building with a U-shaped plan and 28 wards, beside the castle walls; known as the "Alcatraz of Anatolia", it was closed in 1999 and turned into a museum in 2000.
  • Hamsilos — A bay at İnceburun, at the northernmost tip of Türkiye, that runs 300–400 metres inland from the mouth of the Deveci Stream; it is known for its fjord-like appearance and is surrounded by forest.
  • Erfelek Tatlıca Waterfalls — A series of 28 waterfalls on the Karasu Stream, about 10 km from Erfelek and 45 km from Sinop, in a valley that came to light when a road was built in 1997.
  • Alaaddin Mosque — A Seljuk-period mosque and its courtyard in the centre of Sinop.
  • Boztepe — A peninsula 8–9 km long that carries most of the city of Sinop; the only natural harbour on the Turkish coast of the Black Sea lies on its southern side, and there is a lighthouse at its eastern tip.

Practical Information for Visiting Saraydüzü

Suggested time
Half a day
Best time to visit
Spring and summer
Places to visit
3 places

What to Eat in Saraydüzü

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  • Sinop Mantısı

    Sinop mantısı, known for its small size and yoghurt-garlic sauce, is also served in Saraydüzü in its traditional recipe.

  • Keşkek

    Keşkek, prepared by slow-cooking and pounding wheat and meat, is indispensable at wedding feasts. Small differences in each village's keşkek recipe add to the richness of the dish.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Saraydüzü

  • Rural Way of Life Tradition

    Saraydüzü is a district that keeps up its traditional rural way of life. This tradition is passed down from generation to generation as an important element of the local people's cultural identity.

Local Products

  • Forest Products — Firewood and mushrooms obtained from Saraydüzü's rich forest resources contribute to the local economy.

Economy

Saraydüzü's economy is based on agriculture and livestock farming. Saraydüzü's economy rests on forestry, agriculture and livestock farming. Small and large livestock farming are important sources of livelihood. Beekeeping and forestry are also carried out in the district.

How to Get to Saraydüzü

Saraydüzü is 90 km from Sinop city centre. The district is reached by road via Boyabat.

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Saraydüzü: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the places to see in Saraydüzü?

The 3 highlights of Saraydüzü: Saraydüzü Forests, Saraydüzü Stream and Kızılırmak Basin.

What is there to eat in Saraydüzü?

Sinop Mantısı and Keşkek are the standout flavours on Saraydüzü's tables.

What is Saraydüzü famous for?

Saraydüzü is known for Forest Products and its rural way of life tradition. Firewood and mushrooms obtained from Saraydüzü's rich forest resources contribute to the local economy.

How do I get to Saraydüzü?

Saraydüzü is 90 km from Sinop city centre. The district is reached by road via Boyabat.

How much time should I set aside for a visit to Saraydüzü?

Suggested visit length: half a day. Best time to visit: spring and summer.

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