Rize

Rize is a naturalist's paradise, with approachable summits, glacial lakes, emerald green plateaus, medieval arch bridges and castles, rapids, vegetation, animals, tea, and happy people with fascinating anecdotes.

Rize is located where the where the Kaçkar Mountains reach towards the sea. It has been the home of numerous civilizations throughout history, including Urartu, Sacae, Alexander the Great and the Persians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Seljuks, and Pontic Greeks.

Rize gets the most precipitation in Turkey and has Black Sea Region characteristics. The city has a vibrant culture. Rize residents are noted for their friendliness. Locals joy and warmth have inspired legends and anecdotes, as well as reflected on the local music culture.