Kutaisi is Georgia's fourth-largest city and capital of historic Imereti region. City is known for its 'old-world charm', green spaces and historic architecture. Best time to visit is spring (April-June) or autumn (September-November)
Turkey's urbanization began after WWII with 3.3 million new urban residents. Urban population grew from 16.4% in 1927 to 65.03% by 2000. Western Anatolia has highest urban population (79%), eastern Anatolia lowest (49%)
Gecekondu homes emerged in late 1940s in Istanbul and Ankara. Named "landed overnight" due to hasty construction without permits. Initially built by lower-income migrants on vacant state-owned land. Initially consisted of basic concrete blocks with outhouse toilets
State employee housing provided free or nominal-priced lodging for workers. First comprehensive worker housing complexes built in 1932 in Zonguldak. Ereğli Iron and Steel Factory pioneered prefabricated concrete housing system. MP housing complex completed in 1984, later demolished for profit
Gecekondu means "put up overnight" in Turkish. Term gained popularity in 1950s with rural migrant settlements. Initially coined by city residents against villagers defying urban norms