Fatsa, Ordu: Historic Black Sea District #4

Fatsa, in Ordu province on Turkey's Central Black Sea coast, is bordered by districts like Perşembe and Ünye, with the sea to the north. Spanning 357 km² with 124,500 residents (2021), it has a deep history from ancient tribes (Kolhs, Tibareni), Persians, Alexander the Great, Pontus Kingdom, Romans, Turkish migrations, and Genoese trade hubs. Today, Fatsa excels in hazelnut production—the world's top region—with fishing, beekeeping (483 tons honey yearly), and kiwi. Discover traditions like Mayıs Yedisi (May 20 sea ritual for wishes), Fatsa Island (2.4 km offshore), and Gaga Lake amid hazelnut groves.