The river which gave the name of the province, had been called as Sangari belonging to one of the most important Phrygian Gods within that age.This name changed into the form of Sangarios in the Hellenistic-age.It had been used for long years ago.In addition of that it had known that Ancient Greeks have given the name of "Zakharion" to the river of Sakarya which means "agressor"to the Old Greek time.This name has been formed as Sakarya within the following years. The river which gave the name of the province, had been called as Sangari belonging to one of the most important Phrygian Gods within that age.This name changed into the form of Sangarios in the Hellenistic-age.It had been used for long years ago.In addition of that it had known that Ancient Greeks have given the name of "Zakharion" to the river of Sakarya which means "agressor"to the Old Greek time.This name has been formed as Sakarya within the following years.

LOCATION Sakarya is a province which takes place in the Nortwest of Turkey and the Northeast of the Marmara Region, it is open to theshores of, in the east the city Bolu, in the west the Marmara Sea and İstanbul in the South the city Bilecik and in north the Black Sea.

The Turkey: Istanbul, Kocaeli, Sakarya earthquake was on August 17, 1999 and had a magnitude of 7.8. The earthquake caused: $20,000,000,000 of damage, 50,000 injuries, and 17,118 deaths.

Sakarya has the advantage of location,being easily accessible from Istanbul,the eternal capital city of the world,and houses various kinds of natural beauties such as high plateaus,forests and lakes,each providing an oxygenrich atmosphere for recreation within easy reach of city dwellers.

Ç ark Adapazarı ’ s oldest promenade got it ’ s name in 1903 from a Wheel shape that was formed in the water. This stream comes from Sapanca Lake, and passes through Adapazarı in the past was used as drinking water. The municipality of Adapazarı has reorganized the “Ç ark Mesire ” area and has built lit pools which dance when accompanied by music.

Kentpark and Ormanpark are just the two natural places that Sakarya residents refresh as they suffocate from the stress of the country life and watch for an opportunity to have a rest and have fun in recent years

KENT PARK

ORMAN PARK

The Sapanca Lake, which is beyond comparison located between the two biggest metropolitans of Turkey – İstanbul and Ankara, not only fulfils the need of drinking water of Sakarya residents but also satisfies the eye pleasure of its visitors.

The Poyrazlar Lake located on the way to Karasu that is ten kilometres far away from Sakarya city centre is one of the most important recreation areas where blue and green colours are attuned astoundingly to each other in glamorous harmony.

The Sakarya Taraklı region is an area of complete protection preservation.All the structures in this area are preserved,including the historic mosques.

The Justinianos Bridge (Beşköprü)built by Byzantian emperor Justinianos is 430 metres long and has 12 belts.

Being the second biggest deep spot of Turkey after İğneada,Acarlar has been one of the most important touristic zones of both Sakarya and the entire region for sightseeing in recent years.

The historical Uzunçarşı is the oldest bazaar in Adapazarı.

Ingredients pumpkin or butternut squash sugar 4-5 cloves crushed walnuts The ratio of pumpkin to sugar is 1:1/2. I used 3 cups of squash and 1 1/2 cups of sugar. Peel the pumpkin, cut it into big chunks, and put in a pot. Put sugar on and let it sit overnight. It will release water, so you don't need to add water when you're cooking it. The next day, add 4-5 cloves in to the pot and cook on medium until the pumpkin is soft, approximately 30 minutes. Let it cool and garnish with walnuts or grated coconut.

Islama köfte is a traditional dish originated in Adapazarı, the capital of Sakarya province in Turkey. The dish consists of sliced bread which is dipped in meat broth and grilled along with the meatballs. Tomato slices and green hot peppers accompany the dish.

Visiting the 1,500-year-old Justinian’s Bridge, Walking around Tarakli District’s unspoilt historic streets and houses and tasting its speciality meringues, Going up to one of the high plateaus with their clean air and wonderful natural environment, Visiting Lake Sapanca and eating Sapanca’s famous bread baked in wood-burning ovens, Eating a world-famous Adapazari islama köfte and kabak tatlisi, Taking a cure in its spas and thermal springs, Tasting the Geyve grapes that can only be found in Geyve, Buying wooden spoons and Tarakli linen produced in traditional ways,as well