Kocaeli
Kocaeli which situated in north
eastern part of Marmara Region is a city where various of civilizations have
been lived for ages .
The region which was named as
Bithynia in early historical ages , respectively
named Olibya, ASTAKOS, Nicomedia, Izmid and Kocaeli.
Kocaeli has been an
important center of attraction for centuries with its nature, easy transportation facilities , natural harbor ( Izmit Bay) and close location to Istanbul.
How to go Kocaeli
Marmara region has the highest
density of traffic on the road network in Turkey . the most intense axis within the region is Istanbul, Turkey - Kocaeli and Adapazari
destinations. Everyday Every hour and
every minute there is a bus can be found from anywhere Turkey to get the
Kocaeli (Izmit)
Ferry services which shuttle 7/24 between Gebze,
Eskihisar and Yalova, Topcular are the sea transportation option to get Kocaeli
(Izmit)
Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen airport which
only 45 minutes away from the city center is very important place to reach the city.
It is
recommended to ;
Visit Kasri humayun , Kocaeli museum , House of Osman hamdi , Bird`s paradise and theme park
Eat yoghurt and
cheese of Kandira , Pismaniye ve Saray Halva
Buy Hereke silk carpet and basket of Karamursel