History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Yeşilçay River, which draws the eastern border of Ağva town and joins the Black Sea, is the living historical fishing and maritime center of the town. The breakwater located in the strait where the river meets the sea, colorful wooden Black Sea fishing boats, coffeehouses under plane trees and the coastal walking promenade; It keeps the spirit of Ağva's traditional village and fishing town alive. Fresh seasonal fish freshly caught from the Black Sea are served at the shabby fish restaurants along the river. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is a natural water cord extending at sea level at the mouth of the estuary where the river meets the Black Sea. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Visiting the river promenade and fishing shelter is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days:Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: The breakwater walking cord has a flat surface and is suitable for stroller and wheelchair use.•Facilities and Facilities:Fisherman's shelter, breakwater viewing route, seaside park, plane tree cafe and fish restaurants. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Ağva Merkez District, Yeşilçay Kordon Boyu, Şile / Istanbul.•Road Condition and Vehicle Suitability: From Ağva center, you can drive directly to the river bank and breakwater via an asphalt road.•Real Public Transportation Information: You can get off at Ağva square with the 139A IETT buses and reach the riverside in 2 minutes.•Parking Availability:Municipal open parking areas on the river bank can be used. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photography Spots and Frames:Colorful fishing boats opening from the Yeşilçay breakwater to the Black Sea, reflections of boats hitting the river waters and the lighthouse.•Light and Shooting Hours:The moment when the fishermen return in the first light of the morning and the sunset in the evening.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:Fresh Black Sea whiting, fried anchovies, corn bread and roasted Turkish coffee should be tasted at the fishmongers on the banks of Yeşilçay.