Suşehri
Suşehri offers broad agricultural valleys, reservoir lakes, and mountain scenery. Highlights include Kılıçkaya Dam Lake (providing water sports and fishing), Suşehri Valley orchards, historic Nicopolis archaeological remains, and Çamlıgöze Dam Lake.
Tourist experience
Suşehri offers broad agricultural valleys, reservoir lakes, and mountain scenery. Highlights include Kılıçkaya Dam Lake (providing water sports and fishing), Suşehri Valley orchards, historic Nicopolis archaeological remains, and Çamlıgöze Dam Lake.
Key points of interest
Investment outlook
Suşehri is the regional economic center of northeastern Sivas. It boasts a thriving agricultural economy focused on commercial sugar beet farming, fruit orchards, dairy processing, cold storage, and hydroelectric power generation. The active Suşehri OIZ drives industrial growth.
Living here
Suşehri provides a vibrant, prosperous, and comfortable district lifestyle with large urban amenities, active commercial markets, modern housing, and mild valley weather.
History & cultural identity
Suşehri holds an ancient history dating back over 3,000 years, known anciently as Nicopolis under Roman general Pompey's rule. Named Suşehri ('Water City') due to its abundant river streams and fertile plains along the Kelkit River, the district evolved as a principal agricultural and commercial hub connecting Sivas to Erzincan and the Black Sea.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Suşehri called the 'City of Water'?+
It was named Suşehri because of its gushing mountain streams, Kılıçkaya Dam Lake, and the fertile Kelkit River basin.
How far is Suşehri from Sivas city center?+
Suşehri is located approximately 140 kilometers northeast of Sivas along the main D100 highway.
Does Suşehri have an Organized Industrial Zone?+
Yes, Suşehri OIZ supports food processing, agricultural packaging, and light industrial manufacturing.