Samsun
Samsun is a city and the capital of Samsun Province in the Black Sea region of northern Turkey. It lies on the eastern coast of the Black Sea and sits at the mouth of the Kızılırmak River, which historically formed a delta near the city. The city serves as a major port and commercial center, with industries in fishing, agriculture-based processing, textiles, and timber.
The area has ancient roots; it was known in antiquity as Amisos. Through late antiquity and the
Samsun is a regional hub for education and culture. It is home to Ondokuz Mayıs University, founded