Takbaş is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Tarsus, Mersin Province, Turkey.[1] Its population is 828 (2022).[2] It is situated in Çukurova (Cilicia of antiquity). Çukurova Motorway (O.51) is to the north and Turkish state highway D.400 is to the south of the village. The distance to Tarsus is 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) and to Mersin is 35 kilometres (22 mi).[3] It is a typical Çukurova village, cotton and fresh vegetables being the main crops.
Takbaş | |
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  Takbaş Location in Turkey | |
| Coordinates: 36°56′46″N 34°50′10″E / 36.94611°N 34.83611°E | |
| Country | Turkey |
| Province | Mersin |
| District | Tarsus |
| Elevation | 150 m (490 ft) |
| Population (2022) | 828 |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (TRT) |
| Area code | 0324 |
References
edit- ^ Mahalle, Turkey Civil Administration Departments Inventory. Retrieved 12 July 2023.
- ^ "Address-based population registration system (ADNKS) results dated 31 December 2022, Favorite Reports" (XLS). TÜİK. Retrieved 12 July 2023.
- ^ Tarsus governor's page (in Turkish)
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