Akçaabat
Akçaabat is a town and district of Trabzon Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey. It is located to the west of the city of Trabzon. It covers an area of 385 km² and the elevation is 10 m. The town has a population of 48,315 while the whole district has a population of 100,045 (as of 2010).
History[edit | edit source]
The history of Akçaabat goes back to ancient times. It was one of the colonies of the Milesians in the 8th century BC. The ancient name of the town was Platana, which means "plane tree" in ancient Greek. During the Ottoman Empire, the town was a sanjak (district) in the Vilayet of Trebizond.
Culture[edit | edit source]
Akçaabat is known for its local football team Akçaabat Sebatspor. The team played in the Turkish Super League between 2002-2004. The town is also famous for its local music style known as "Akçaabat Hosafat".
The town is also famous for its unique style of meatball, known as "Akçaabat köfte". This dish is a popular part of Turkish cuisine and is enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Akçaabat is mainly based on agriculture, fishing, and beekeeping. The town is also known for its production of yayla cheese.
Education[edit | edit source]
There are a number of schools in Akçaabat, including Akçaabat Anadolu Lisesi, a high school that offers a curriculum in both Turkish and English.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
Several notable people have hailed from Akçaabat, including Cemil Usta, a famous Turkish footballer, and Orhan Gencebay, a renowned Turkish musician and actor.
See also[edit | edit source]
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