Susurluk
Susurluk | |
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District and municipality | |
Map showing Susurluk District in Balıkesir Province | |
| Coordinates: 39°54′50″N 28°09′37″E / 39.91389°N 28.16028°E | |
| Country | Turkey |
| Province | Balıkesir |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Hakan Yıldırım Semizel (CHP) |
Area | 652 km2 (252 sq mi) |
| Population (2022) | 37,724 |
| • Density | 58/km2 (150/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (TRT) |
| Postal code | 10600 |
| Area code | 0266 |
| Website | www |
Susurluk is a municipality and district of Balıkesir Province, Turkey. Its area is 652 km2, and its population is 37,724 (2022). It is famous for its production of soap and dairy products. The highway from Istanbul to İzmir passes through Susurluk. In Turkey Susurluk is known for its 'tost' (susurluk tostu) - a toasted cheese sandwich with tomato paste, and for its foamy ayran. The mayor is Hakan Yıldırım Semizel (CHP).