Güryıldız

Güryıldız is a belde (town) in the central district (Tokat) of Tokat Province, Turkey. At 40°21′N 36°21′E it is situated to the south of Black Sea Mountains and to the west of Tokat. The distance to Tokat is 23 kilometres (14 mi). The population of Güryıldız is 2083 [1] as of 2011. The settlement was founded by Ahıska Turks from east. In 1999 it was declared a seat of township. Tomato and grape are the main crops of the town.[2]

Güryıldız
Town
Güryıldız
Location in Turkey
Coordinates: 40°21′N 36°21′E
Country Turkey
ProvinceTokat Province
DistrictTokat central district
Elevation
710 m (2,330 ft)
Population
 (2011)
  Total2,083
Time zoneUTC+2 (EET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+3 (EEST)
Postal code
60240
Area code(s)0356
Licence plate60

References

  1. "Statistical Institute". Archived from the original on 2013-10-29. Retrieved 2012-06-16.
  2. Mayor's page (in Turkish)


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