arsin

Arsin is a district of Trabzon Province in the Black Sea region of Türkiye. The administrative center is the town of Arsin. Located along the eastern coast of the Black Sea, the district sits northeast of the city of Trabzon and borders several other districts within Trabzon Province. The area includes a mix of coastal lowlands and inland hills, contributing to a diverse landscape.

The district has a long history of settlement, with influences from various civilizations that have traversed the Black Sea coast. In the modern Turkish administrative system, Arsin functions as a district within Trabzon Province, containing urban neighborhoods as well as rural villages. The population is composed of a mix of urban residents and rural households, reflecting its balance between town and countryside.

Economy and infrastructure form the core of Arsin’s contemporary character. The local economy traditionally relies on agriculture, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and fishing from the coastal area. Small-scale manufacturing and services support the community, with road connections linking Arsin to Trabzon and surrounding districts. Public services, education facilities, and local governance operate at the district level, serving both the town and its rural settlements. Arsin participates in the broader regional economy of the Black Sea coast, benefiting from proximity to the provincial capital while maintaining its own local economic activities.