Karataş Mayor and Adana Tourism Development and Infrastructure Service Association (ATGAB) President Necip Topuz, who made statements about the festivals success of the city of Adana;

“I would like to express once again the invaluable contribution of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Turkey in making A dana,the city of festivals, a center of attraction in tourism. The contributions of our Ministry play a key role in bringing the festival activity in the city center to rural districts.

For example, the Ministry supported the 2nd National Blue Crab Film Festival, which was held in our Karataş district on August 12-13 and received approximately 2000 film applications from 104 countries of the world from different cultures.

In addition, Kızıldağ Highland Festival, which was held in Karaisalı district on August 26-27 as part of the Adana Culture and Art Festival from the Sea to the Highland , aiming to transfer the Highland activities, which are an integral part of our ancient nomadic culture, to new generations with a fresh spirit, was also supported by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

I see the branding of our Adana with festivals and festivities as a strategic move. I would like to thank every institution and everyone who contributed to the events both in the countryside and in the city center.”

A feasibility preparation protocol was signed for the “Karataş Transport Seaway Tourism Center Investment and Operation Project”, which was prepared under the leadership of Adana Tourism Development and Infrastructure Service Association(ATGAB) supported by #Cukurovakalkinmaajansi and in cooperation with Karatas Municipality

Subsequently, explorations were made in Karataş port and Hado Hatay Arsuz Madenli ports as part of field studies.
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The contract was signed for the “Karataş Transport Seaway Tourism Center Investment and Operation Project” prepared with the partnership of Adana Tourism Development and Infrastructure Service Association (ATGAB) and Karataş Municipality, which was entitled to receive support within the scope of Çukurova Development Agency (ÇKA) Feasibility Support Program in 2022.

The project contract was signed between ÇKA Secretary General Ahmet Rıfat Duran and Adana ATGAB President and Karataş Mayor Necip Topuz.

In a statement to the press about the project, President Necip Topuz;

Within the scope of a new sea route tourism center to be opened between Adana Karataş and the target region, ferries of advanced, comfortable and fast passenger/car ships suitable for modern transportation will be put into service, thanks to domestic and international networks. Superstructure facilities will be provided for the arrival of touristic ships in Karataş district.

The 207 kilometers and 2 hours 40 minutes road distance between Karataş Port and Arsuz Madenli Port will be reduced to 34 miles and 30 minutes by mutual sea bus services.

Karataş Blue Crab National Film Festival, which was held for the second time, started with the Ahmet Şafak concert together with the short film screenings.

The opening activities were attended by the Governor of Adana, Dr. In addition to Süleyman Elban, Karataş District Governor Fatih Ayaz, district mayors, representatives of public institutions and many art-loving citizens attended.

On the last day of the festival held at the Karataş Ata Park festival area, a foot tennis and beach volleyball tournament was held.

After the Award Ceremony of the Short Film Competition, which received nearly 2000 film applications from 104 countries of the world from different cultures, the festival program ended with the Zakkum concert.

We would like to thank the Ministry of Culture and Tourism for their contribution to our festival, our jury members, our guests who participated in the festival and the employees who worked hard during the festival.

Within the scope of Çukurova Development Agency Feasibility Support Program for 2022; The application named “Feasibility Study for Karataş Transport Seaway Tourism Center Investment and Operation Project”, prepared with the partnership of Adana Tourism Development and Infrastructure Service Association (ATGAB) and Karataş Municipality, was found worthy of support.

ATGAB President and Karataş Mayor Necip Topuz shared his views on the project:

Our project is about the establishment and operation of a facility complex, which is considered as a center for domestic and international touristic passenger transportation by sea for Karataş Port, whose infrastructure will be expanded.

Necessary research and studies will be carried out within the scope of the project, and a guiding feasibility report will be prepared for investments and presented to the public and investors.

I would like to thank to Adana Governor Dr. Süleyman ELBAN with Çukurova Development Agency Board Members, and the Secretary General of Çukurova Development Agency and his colleagues for their interest and relevance in the application process.

Adana Karataş beaches will host a new festival excitement

The countdown has begun for the #MaviYengeçFilmFestival, which will be held for the second time between 12-13 August with the cooperation of ATGAB Tourism Union and Karataş Municipality.

If you are ready to share the excitement, the details are:

https://www.maviyengecfestivali.com/

Union President Necip Topuz attended the Feke Tapan 1st Tourism and Lavender Festival, which contributed to the tourism of our city, and the 28th Saimbeyli Culture, Art and Cherry Festival.

In Feke Tapan 1st Tourism and Lavender Festival, which was hosted by Feke Municipality for the first time; With Motocross and Off Road shows, shows and music events were held in the field. The success of the women who transformed the idle fields into lavender gardens and brought them into ecotourism marked the festival.

The 28th Saimbeyli Culture, Art and Cherry Festival, organized by the Saimbeyli District Governorate and Municipality in Saimbeyli, the district of Adana that stands out with its natural beauties, started with a trip to Obruk Waterfall and cherry orchards. After various shows, contests and concerts, the program ended with a fireworks show.

Adana Provincial Culture and Tourism Director Emre Duru and Karataş Mayor Necip Topuz signed a protocol for the Public Library to be built in Adana Karataş district in partnership with the Karataş Municipality and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

The construction works of Karataş Public Library, which will be located in Ata Park in Karataş District, will start soon..

Kumluk Nature Park, which is located on a 300-decare natural wonder area in Karataş district, was rehabilitated by Karataş Municipality.

In the first stage, 6 bungalow houses were built in the park and 3 caravans were placed next to it. While 2 bungalow houses were designed authentically, 4 bungalow houses were specially designed for large families.

Details for an extraordinary holiday experience: https://karatas.bel.tr/kumluk-ve-tabiat-parki/

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The excavations carried out under the direction of the museum in the ancient city of Magarsus in Karataş, the pearl of Adana, turned into a registered excavation.

After a two-year break, our Union President Necip TOPUZ and the accompanying delegation evaluated the works in the ancient city, which will be excavated again this month.

In the Review Committee; Yahya Coşkun, Deputy Director General of Cultural Heritage and Museums of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Emre Duru, Adana Provincial Culture and Tourism Director, officials of the Excavations and Research Department, Adana Museum Director and Magarsus Excavation Director, faculty member Fatih Ercan.