4 places to visit in the Sivasli district of Uşak: Sebaste Ancient City, Sivaslı Hot Springs and Evrenli Picnic Area. Plan your trip to Sivasli with local food, practical tips and transport information.
Sivaslı is a district of Uşak province, with an area of 473 km², an altitude of 931 m and a population of 19,193. It was founded in 1953.
Sivaslı is an area with traces of settlement from the Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods; it remained under Hittite rule until around 2500 BC. In 1914 Sivaslı was a nahiye (subdistrict) attached to Uşak, made up of 20 villages including the centre. In 1947 a municipality was set up in the centre of the Sivaslı subdistrict. According to Ottoman tax registers (tahrir), the village had 37 nefer (taxpaying males) and 34 households in the time of Bayezid II, and 117 nefer and 94 households in 1570.
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The ancient city of Sebaste, which gave Sivaslı its name, has remains from the Roman period. Excavations have uncovered a bath, a theatre and temple ruins. The ancient city is an important witness to the region's Roman-era history.
View on mapThermal springs around the district, with mineral water believed to be good for rheumatism and skin conditions.
View on mapA well-watered, wooded picnic area 1 km east of Sivaslı town centre, at the foot of Bulkaz Mountain. A strawberry festival is held here every year.
View on mapThe Sebaste ruins in Payamalanı and Selçikler town are among the district's historical treasures, according to the source.
View on mapWhile you are in Sivasli, you can also see the highlights of Uşak province. These places are in other districts; Sivasli is about 40 km from the provincial centre.
A traditional dish of cracked wheat and lamb simmered for a long time. In Sivaslı it is the centrepiece of wedding and festival tables.
Tarhana is made by mixing yoghurt, tomato and wheat flour and drying the mixture. It is the most commonly eaten soup in the winter months. A bowl of hot tarhana soup at breakfast is the local way to start the day with energy.
Sivaslı was built on the site of the Roman-era ancient city of Sebaste. The remains of the ancient city form the foundation of the district's historical identity.
The economy of Sivaslı is based on agriculture. Poppies, wheat and barley are the main crops. Small-livestock farming is also an important source of income.
Sivaslı is 40 km from Uşak city centre. Access is by road, with regular minibus services from Uşak.
There are 4 highlights in Sivasli: Sebaste Ancient City, Sivaslı Hot Springs, Evrenli Picnic Area and Sebaste Ancient City (Sebaste Ruins).
Keşkek and Tarhana Çorbası are the standout dishes at tables in Sivasli.
Sivasli is known for its poppies and its ancient city heritage. Sivaslı is a district where poppies are grown. Poppy seeds and oil are used in the food industry.
Sivaslı is 40 km from Uşak city centre. Access is by road, with regular minibus services from Uşak.
Suggested visit length: 1 day. Best time to visit: spring and autumn (April–June, September–October).