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Tuzla: Istanbul's Industrial and Cultural Hub
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- General Information
- Tuzla is located on Istanbul's Asian shore with 288,878 residents (2022)
- District spans 138 km² and was formerly known as Akritas
- Population was predominantly Greek during Ottoman Empire
- Economic Development
- Shipbuilding became dominant industry by late 1980s
- Agriculture remains significant in inland areas
- Industrial growth faces environmental challenges
- Neighborhoods and Attractions
- District consists of 17 distinct neighborhoods
- Scenic Marmara Sea coastline features fish restaurants
- Turkish Naval Academy and Istanbul Park Racing Circuit located here
- Education and Infrastructure
- Home to prestigious universities including ITU School of Maritime
- Modern shopping centers and entertainment facilities available
- Well-connected by public transportation including buses and ferries
- Current Status
- Current mayor is Eren Ali Bingöl (CHP)
- Focus on environmental sustainability and labor issues
- Efforts underway to balance industrial growth with sustainability