Sinop, Turkey's Black Sea region and in the Central Black Sea is a city department. It is located at the point where Boztepe Cape meets the land, located on the shore of the Black Sea. Historical buildings in the city attract attention. Sinop Castle is an important building that attracts attention as a historical building. Sinop ship ports are also considered important for the city. It has a port feature that many ships visit every year. The population of the central part of the city is approximately 50 thousand people. The city has an important historical texture. Sinop's first known name is Sinope. Various myths about the emergence of the city's name circulate from ear to ear.

According to one legend, the name of the city originated from an Amazon, its founder. According to another rumor, the name of the city was given based on Sinope, the daughter of Asopos, the god of the river in ancient Greece. It is known that the name of the city came from Sinope, regardless of the narration. The region where the city of Sinop is located was named Paflagonya at an early age. This place has been an important position for maritime trade since ancient times. Sinop natural harbor is important for the city in this regard. Climate features are intertwined in the city. Temperature differences between the seasons are not high. Continuous winds prevail in the city. A moist and rainy climate is witnessed throughout the year. In general, the Black Sea climate is dominant in the city due to its geographical location.

Sinop Ship Ports

The port in the city has a natural harbor feature. It has been working in an important structure since ancient times. It is found that the port has seriously affected the sea trade since ancient times. The port is necessary for the houses for the ships in harsh transportation conditions caused by the big waves occurring in the Black Sea in stormy weather. This port has a safe shelter for ships in difficult weather conditions. Keep an eye on this situation throughout history. The port is domestic for 500 ships on average annually. It can take refuge in the port for 168 hours. Sinop ship ports are a great convenience feature for seafarers. A port is required to cover the use of vessels, which are mandatory.