History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
It is a rare historical Ottoman civil architectural masterpiece that was built in 1911 and miraculously survived the great Gerze fire in 1956. The mansion built with wooden bagdadi technique; It carries the centuries-old Gerze city culture to the present day with its large bay window, elegant ceiling decorations and original wooden doors. The mansion, which was opened as Gerze Culture House after restoration, contains the memory of the district. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is located in the center of the historical Gerze streets, at an altitude of approximately 45 meters. It displays a typical Black Sea mansion settlement with its courtyard surrounded by linden and fig trees. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Entrance is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days (Mandatory): It is open to visitors 6 days a week between 09:00 - 18:00, except Mondays.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: It is a historical building with wooden stairs; Protection rules must be followed indoors. The courtyard is disabled accessible.•Facilities and Facilities:Ethnographic exhibition rooms, relaxation garden, souvenir corner and library. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Köşk Mahallesi, Konak Sokak, No:14, Gerze / Sinop.•Road Conditions and Vehicle Availability: It is in the town center and can be reached by any vehicle.•Real Public Transportation Information (Mandatory): It can be easily reached with a 5-minute walk from Gerze town square.•Parking Availability:There is parking space in the street pockets around Konak. Best Photo Spots and Frames•Best Photo Spots and Frames:Wood-carved bay window, historical mansion entrance and ethnographic agricultural equipment exhibition in the courtyard.•Light and Shooting Times:The soft light of the morning reflects the details of the wooden facade in the most beautiful way.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:You should try the traditional Gerze apple cookies and sage served in the mansion garden.