Dogankent

The main reason why Doğankent, the oldest known name of which is Kurtün-i zir, Harşıt and Manastırbükü, was given this name at the end, was the intense feeds of the Turkmens living in the region.

Although the foundation date of the region is not known exactly, it is known that the Chepni, a Turkmen tribe, came and settled here. The region, which was first connected to Gümüşhane and later to Trabzon, later became a district of Giresun. Doğankent, where the Black Sea climate prevails, has become one of the regions where not only locals but also local and foreign visitors come frequently, especially with the festivals in the summer months.

Doğankent Hotels: Where to Stay in Doğankent?

In Doğankent, which is among the visiting points of many people with its magnificent natural beauties, plateaus and festivals, it is now possible to see different accommodation alternatives, unlike the past periods. All of these alternatives offered to you compared to previous times are available at HotelForex.com.

Doğankent Hotel Deals

Prices in hotels vary depending on the conditions of the rooms and the services provided. Especially if you do not want to be affected by the prices that will increase during the holiday seasons, you can immediately reach the hotel you want at a much more affordable price than you anticipate with an early reservation through HotelForex.com.

Dogankent Attractions

When you come to Doğankent, which has large green areas, you have the opportunity to discover many different historical beauties. We have compiled places for you to visit.

Dandu (Belen) Castle

The castle, which is in a place overlooking the Harşit Valley, can easily see the Kavraz Stream, Doğankent district and Deregözü Village. Although there is no clear information about the history of the castle, it is thought that the castle was built in their period, as it is thought that the first settlers in the region were Urartians.

Çatalağaç (Şadı) Waterfall

The waterfall is located in the nature park in Harşit Valley. Natural events occur in the waterfall, which flows from a height of 20 meters. When approaching the waterfall, the coolness and fog that arise due to the flow of water can be felt. The waterfall, which has managed to attract tourists with its natural beauty, flows by forming many waterfalls and lakes along the existing canyon. At the same time, there is a water mill just below the waterfall, which has been serving the public since the 1700s.

Harşit Valley

The valley, which has a very long road, also manages to show its visitors how valuable it is with its beauties. Trout can be caught in the streams along the valley line. In addition to the villages, there are fountains, obaes and mushrooms that grow and can be eaten completely naturally along the way, as well as thyme tea, blueberry, cranberry, rosehip and nettle. The excess water that emerged with the melting of excess snow in the springs in May is discharged by the hydroelectric power plant established in the 1960s. Thus, a 150-meter artificial waterfall emerges.

Doğankent Cuisine: What to Eat in Doğankent?

When you come to Doğankent, which has very delicious dishes, you should not leave the region before returning these flavors;

• Cabbage Rolls
• Rough
• Clumsily
• Bush Blossom
• Dible
• Galdiric
• Pesic
• Pleasing

Shopping in Doğankent: What to Buy from Doğankent?

Vegetables that are eaten fresh in the summer are dried using special techniques to be used in the winter months. The delicious products that come out after drying them are not only for themselves. When you come here, you can buy many dried and salt-dried products, especially beans. In addition, butter, cheese and jams special to the region are among the products you can buy on your way from here.