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4- Edremit, Balıkesir
By the Aegean coast, Edremit province of Balıkesir is renowned for Kaz Mountain Range and olive farming. The project “Local Flavours of Edremit with Nar Kadın” supported by Future is in Tourism aimed to highlight and brand the local olive oil dishes of Edremit, Balıkesir and support gourmet tourism. The goal is to set an example for sustainability in tourism by helping local women transform into touristic products the local products they make by means of providing them with personal and occupational development training. These products were offered at a house that reflects Edremit’s traditional culture under the project, which also supported the economic empowerment of women. The local olive oil dishes cooked by women are offered to visitors at Nar Kadın Gourmet House.
Where?
It is 135 km from Balıkesir, 150 km from Çanakkale, 220 km from Izmir.
When to visit?
You can visit Edremit all seasons, located on the Mediterranean climate belt.