Turkey is a country known worldwide for its rich agricultural and food diversity. Some of these products are geographically indicated products produced using traditional methods and attract attention with their unique features. Turkish geographically indicated products registered in the European Union are of great importance both in terms of keeping cultural heritage alive and strengthening Türkiye's brand in international markets. Here are some important Turkish geographically indicated products registered in the EU:
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Gaziantep BaklavaGaziantep's famous baklava attracts the attention of dessert lovers from all over the world with its thin dough layers and quality walnut and pistachio content.
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Aydin Fig: Aydın province is one of the most important fig production regions of Türkiye. Aydın Fig is registered with its sweetness and quality and is in great demand in international markets.
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Malatya Apricot: Malatya is famous for the quality of its apricots. This fruit offers an extraordinary flavor and taste thanks to the local climate conditions.
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Aydin Chestnut: Chestnuts grown in Aydin are high quality and delicious. Being registered in Europe ensures that the product is recognized in global markets.
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Milas Olive Oil: Milas olive oil is known for its high acidity and flavor. This olive oil has an important place especially in Mediterranean cuisine.
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Bayramic White: Produced in the Bayramiç district of Çanakkale, this white grape is famous for its sweet and aromatic texture.
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Taşköprü GarlicGarlic produced in the Taşköprü district of Kastamonu is known for its high quality and unique aroma.
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Giresun Plump Hazelnut: Giresun's hazelnuts are known for being delicious and having a high oil content. Most of Türkiye's hazelnut production is done in this province.
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Antakya KunefeAntakya's famous kunefe is a traditional dessert made with thin shredded wheat, cheese and sherbet.
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Suruc PomegranatePomegranate grown in the Suruç district of Şanlıurfa is known for its sweetness and unique flavor.
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Caglayancerit Walnut: The walnuts in the Çağlayancerit district of Kahramanmaraş are large and delicious and are known for their high yield.
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Gemlik OliveOlives grown in the Gemlik district of Bursa are in great demand as olive oil and olives.
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Edremit Olive Oil: The olive oil of Edremit district of Balıkesir is famous for its unique taste and quality production.
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Milas Oil Olives: Milas is a district famous for its olive cultivation and the olives produced here attract attention with their high oil content.
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Ayaş TomatoTomatoes grown in the Ayaş district of Ankara are famous for their sweet and delicious qualities.
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Maraş Tarhana: The traditional tarhana of Kahramanmaraş offers a different flavor with its unique structure and the spices it contains.
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Edremit Gulf Green Scratched Olives: Grown in Edremit Bay of Balıkesir, this olive reaches high quality with careful harvesting methods.
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Ezine Cheese: The cheeses of the Ezine district of Çanakkale are famous for their milk quality and workmanship.
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Safranbolu SaffronSafranbolu is a region known worldwide for its saffron production and is registered with this product.
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Aydin Memecik Olive Oil: The olive oil obtained from Memecik olives in Aydın stands out with its high quality.
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Car GarlicGarlic grown in the Araban district of Gaziantep is famous for its aromatic structure.
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Osmaniye PeanutOsmaniye peanuts are known for their intense flavor and quality and are in demand worldwide.
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Bingöl Honey: The honey produced in the high mountains of Bingöl is registered with its organic and pure features.
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Bursa PeachBursa peach is famous for its richness and freshness of fruit flavor.
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Hüyük Strawberry: The strawberries of Konya's Hüyük district make a difference with their sweetness and aroma.
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Bursa Black Fig/Bursa Black: Bursa's famous black fig is known for its sweet and soft texture.
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Soke CottonCotton produced in the Söke district of Aydın attracts attention with its high quality and durable structure.
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Manisa Mesir Paste: Mesir Paste, one of the traditional flavors of Manisa, has historical importance.
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Gaziantep Menengiç Coffee: Gaziantep's menengiç coffee offers a different beverage experience with its special flavor.
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Silifke YogurtSilifke's yoghurt is known for its unique texture and flavour.
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Aydin Memecik Olive: This olive is produced in the Memecik region of Aydın and is one of the indispensable products of olive tables.
These geographically indicated products reflect Türkiye's agricultural, food and cultural diversity, while contributing to the worldwide promotion and sharing of Türkiye's rich gastronomic culture.
