- General Information
- Şile and Ağva are located 70 km from Istanbul along Black Sea coast
- Both towns offer tranquil beaches and rich historical heritage
- Cab Istanbul provides private transfers and car rentals for exploration
- Historical Attractions
- Şile Castle stands 12 meters high near harbor, built by Genoese and Ottomans
- Şile Lighthouse constructed in 1859, now serves as museum
- Byzantine houses and ancient caves dot the district's streets
- Beaches
- Şile's beaches include Karacakoy, Kurfalli Alti, and Sahilkoy
- Ağva's beaches feature Doğancılı, Sofular, Kabakoz, and Akçakese
- Kilimli Bay offers pristine sandy shores and camping opportunities
- Natural Wonders
- Kurudere Waterfall provides tranquil escape during summer
- Gurlek Cave contains ancient stalactites and human remains
- Göksu River and Yeşilçay Stream offer canoeing and river cruises
- Kumbaba Hill features healing red and orange sand formations