Giresun Attractions
When it comes to places to visit in Giresun, this magical land of the Black Sea, which contains countless alternatives, is one of the addresses that will allow you to get away from the noisy, corrupt and suffocating crowds of people. While its natural and natural beauties give its visitors a carnival atmosphere with every shade of green, the human historical buildings rising in every corner fascinate the travellers of this road. This place is such a place that a daily tour of Giresun may leave you unfinished things, but we claim that this one day will contain the sweetest moments you have spent in your life.
The sea is different, the smiling face of the sky is another blue… We want to say the colours stolen from the rainbow to describe these colours; unfaded colours, colours as if they had come to the surface for the first time… If you are coming here, we advise you to spend at least 1 week and enjoy Giresun tour with VIP vehicle. Thanks to the VIP tour with private driver, the ease of transportation will accompany you to see more places and minimise your fatigue.
Giresun Castle
When it comes to places to visit in Giresun, if there is a place to go and see, it is Giresun Castle. Perhaps due to our 600-year Ottoman history, we are involved in wars, perhaps due to their magnificent appearance, castles are always among the places to be seen. The castle, built in the 2nd century BC, was built by Farnekes I, King of Pontus Greek State. The region, which was declared a natural protected area, has been taken under protection. The castle gives visitors the opportunity to witness a historical structure while leaving memories that immortalise the moment with photo shoots.
Giresun Island
Giresun Island is one of the places included in the list of places to visit in Giresun. Located about 1.5 km from the mainland, the island has an area of 40 thousand square metres. The island is among the places under protection within the scope of the natural protected area. While there are places of worship such as churches and chapels on the island, the walls from ancient times also preserve their existence. Perhaps the most remarkable concept of the island is the Hamza Stone, which comes from the word humuza, ‘birth’. The curious aspect of this stone is that people who do not have children for various reasons pray around the stone and then complete that night on the island.
Kuzalan Waterfall
If you have rolled up your sleeves for the most beautiful places to visit in Giresun, Kuzalan Waterfall will be one of the places that will satisfy you. Located in the Dereli district of Giresun, the waterfall manages to be the centre of attention of visitors in every season. The natural structure, which is witnessed with chirping birdsong and greenery in spring and summer, adds an air of wearing a white silk shirt with the elegance of snow in winter. Picnic areas and walking paths near the waterfall are among the favourite details of those who come here. The waterfall has a height of about 20 metres and there is an observation terrace just beyond it.
Blue Lake
Blue Lake, located in the immediate vicinity of Kuzalan Waterfall, is one of the first places frequented by photography lovers. While the lake consists of 5 small lakes in total, its paths intersect with Aksu Stream. The serene sound of water has always attracted human beings, Blue Lake gives tourists peaceful moments with the effect of this feature and at the same time prepares the ground for pleasant conversations in the bosom of nature. If you are looking for a place where you want to have sweet chats with your loved ones when you come to Giresun, you can add Mavi Göl to your choices.
Şebinkarahisar Virgin Mary Monastery
Şebinkarahisar Virgin Mary Monastery, which embraces visitors who are curious about historical places and religious sites, has a structure that will satisfy the curiosity of those interested. Located on a huge rock, the monastery was built as if it was lying curled up in a hollow. There are 32 rooms in the monastery, which has 4 floors in total. The monastery, which was damaged in various parts, was hit by the 1939 Erzincan Earthquake. In any case, with its location and the ambience felt by the rooms inside, it is among the places that those who come to Giresun wonder and go.
Kapu Mosque
Kapu Mosque, which is one of the buildings under protection, was built in 1593 in wood, unlike its current appearance. In 1896, it was demolished by Karamustafazâde Mahmut Efendi and had its current appearance. The mosque, which has been in its last form for about 100 years, attracts tourists with its inspiration from the architecture of the time. The creation of such a beautiful texture with the conditions of that time is a subject to be appreciated…
Bride Rock
As the name suggests, Bride Rock is based on a historical event concerning the institution of marriage. Legend has it that; a beautiful girl was asked to marry someone else by her family even though there was a young man she loved. The girl, who did not want to break their word with her loyalty to her family, accepted this situation. Come and go, the wedding day came, the girl was sent off from her father’s house. The girl, who went to her new home in front of the bridal procession with her horse, could not endure this pain any longer and sighed, ‘God, stone me so that my pain will end’. Legend has it that her fragrance of flowers, her eyes of ahu and her soft heart of cotton caused her prayer to come true and she remained frozen there… Similar stories are told to the tourists who go to see Bride Rock by local people and guides and this legend is passed down from generation to generation…
Fog Mountain Plateau
If it is a list of places to visit in Giresun, Sis Mountain Plateau must be on this list. The plateau, which is approximately 40 km from the centre of Giresun, is named as a result of its frequent fog. Activities that can be done in the plateau, which can be reached by private car or bus, include paragliding and camping. With its foggy appearance, the plateau, which creates the feeling that there is a hat on the head of the mountain, also attracts photography enthusiasts.
Uluburun Beach
Uluburun Beach, which is one of the frequented routes of sea lovers, is about 20 minutes away from Giresun city centre. Located on the coast of Keşap, the coastal section of the beach is about 100 metres. Since the back part of the beach is surrounded by pine trees, it has a structure that cuts the wind. When you arrive at the beach, you will be greeted by small businesses where you can rent food and drink venues and sun umbrellas and sunbeds.
Yedideğirmenler Nature Park
We are here with another address that you should take note of things to do in Giresun. Yedideğirmenler Nature Park, located within the village borders of Akkaya, Avluca, Yeniköy, is approximately 60 km from the city centre. It is said that the mills within the natural park and in its name were used during the Genoese period. There are options such as arch bridge, waterfall, castle, cave among the structures that can be seen and photographed in the park.
Eynesil
Eynesil, which is 1.5 hours away from Giresun centre, is a district between Giresun and Trabzon. In the region, there are human structures that attract the attention of tourists such as Eynesil Castle and Çağlayan Başı Bridge. Eynesil, which hosts thousands of visitors every year, makes those who see this region once addicted to it and you feel the need to see it again at the first opportunity. If you are one of those who are thinking of going to Giresun, do not forget to add Eynesil to your list of things to do with its lush nature and abundant oxygen.
Zeytinlik Neighbourhood
Places to visit in search engines When Giresun is written, one of the addresses you will come across will be Zeytinlik Neighbourhood. It is a 3rd degree urban protected area. Houses built with building materials brought from Europe about 200 years ago allow you to feel the texture of time. There are a total of 80 registered households in the area formerly known as Gogora Neighbourhood. In houses built with imported materials, there are also materials different from the usual stove concept such as Russian stoves.
Giresun Museum
If you say what activities to do in Giresun, visiting the Giresun Museum, which was built in 1988, will be among them. There are tools and equipment such as medals, coins and antique weapons in the museum, which has traces of Seljuk and Ottoman architecture. In the Kuvâyi Milliye section of the museum, there are unique photo frames of the War of Independence. If you are one of those who describe yourself as a history buff, do not forget to visit Giresun Museum. The museum is waiting to welcome its visitors every day of the week.
