Balıkesir

The glass observation terrace situated at an elevation of 836 meters on Şahinderesi Canyon in the Edremit district of Balıkesir, Türkiye is a popular attraction. During the season, it was announced that 50,000 visitors…

The first version of the 'Sky Observation Festival' has started in Balıkesir's Sarıcaova Plateau, one of the less light-polluted areas of Türkiye. On the first day of the festival, children were given training on the science of the sky, and…

The Balıkesir province of Türkiye hosted the 2023 Europe Triathlon Sprint & Relay Championships in the mall named 'Avlu' for the last three days. A total of 700 athletes from 32 different nations participated in various competitions,…

The 'Avlu Balıkesir Triathlon European Championship' has commenced in Türkiye, marking the country's first time hosting this event. The competition, featuring swimming, cycling, and running stages, attracted 700 athletes from 32 countries,…

A forest fire has ignited in the Dursunbey district of Balikesir, within the Naipler District. Response teams from the Alaçam Forestry Operations Directorate, along with 2 firefighting planes and 7 helicopters, are tackling…

Balıkesir Metropolitan Municipality has successfully addressed the transportation challenges by laying key cobblestones on the previously rugged 4-kilometer road leading to the Glass Observation Terrace in Kaz Mountains. This popular…

In Kazdağı National Park, Balıkesir, Türkiye plucking or removing peonies is strictly prohibited, and a penalty of 244,000 liras (USD 10,000) is imposed on violators. Peonies in the park dry out within two weeks after blooming and are…

A seal was seen wandering around the street in Ayvalık district of Balıkesir, Türkiye. Residents were shocked when they saw the seal among the cars on the street. The seal was caught with a special fishing net, and it was released back into…

Sındırgı district of Turkiye’s Balıkesir was engulfed in fog early in the morning, forming a stunning view across the district. The fog cloud that resembles the sea was viewed from the air with a drone. The fog disappeared following the…

Three wild peacocks wandering around the streets of Balıkesir in Turkey confused the residents nearby. Citizens were also astonished by the peacocks, which were far away from their habitat, recorded those moments via their mobile phones.…