Although it is belived Turkey has petroleum under its soil, since years because of financial reasons the process could not continue. Turkey imports % 80 of its consumption from out side and has about % 20 own production.
The mining sector is one, with the principal minerals of coal, iron, lead, chrome, aluminum, gold, silver, mercury, zinc, copper, bauxite and sulfur being extracted and processed. Industrial raw materials include asbestos and phosphate. Energy raw materials are coals, uranium, oil and geothermal sources.
Settlements are classified according to the number of inhabitants: Less than 2,000 inhabitants is a village (koy), between 2,000 and 20,000 is a town (kasaba) and a population of more than 20,000 is a city (sehir).
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THERMAL RESORTS, YALOVA
Yalova hot springs are located to the south of the Sea of Marmara, 11 km southwest of the town of Yalova in a wonderfully green setting.
CAPACITY
The Yalova hot springs have a natural water outlet, flowing at a rate of 15 liters per second with the potential capacity of 1,651 person/day/bath and 1,651 beds on the basis of 600 litres per person/day/bath.
PHYSIO-CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND INDICATIONS
Yalova hot springs have a composition of sodium chloride, calcium sulfate and fluoride. With a temperature of 57 to 60 C, 7.3 to 7.6 PH, and 1,435 mg/lt total mineral content, the waters are suitable for bathing and drinking. Yalova hot springs are known for their therapeutic qualities, especially for rheumatic diseases, digestive maladies, neurological and urological disorders and metabolic problems.
TREATMENTS AND ACCOMMODATION
Yalova spa incorporates open and covered pools, baths, offers massage, underwater massage and drinking cures. The spa includes two hotels with a total of 202 beds, a first class restaurant, cafe, a very attractive park and forest.
FACILITIES
Climatic conditions Altitude: 10 m
Yalova Turban (***) Yalova – Istanbul
Phone: (216) 823 14 00