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# Balikesir

## Türkiye

![Ayvalik, Turkey
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![Sarımsaklı is a town in the Ayvalık District of Balıkesir Province in the Marmara Region of Turkey. The town's name means "land of garlic" in reference to the region's considerable production of the Alliaceae plant.
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### Popular cities in Balikesir

[Edremit

Known for Mountains, Small town and Natural parks

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Quaint Edremit is calling! Discover its mountain views, hot springs, museums, and more. 

## Reasons to visit

- Mount Ida
- Kazdağı National Park

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[Ayvalik

Known for Islands, Forests and Churches

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Ayvalik awaits: its island views, forests, cathedral, and more! 

## Reasons to visit

- Sarimsakli Beach

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[Balikesir

Known for Archaeology and anthropology, Natural parks and Art

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Come to Balikesir and enjoy its archaeology, parks, and museums. 

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[Erdek

Known for Ruins, Temples and Natural parks

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Erdek awaits: its ruins, temples, history, and more! 

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[Bandirma

Known for Natural parks and Museums

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Escape to Bandirma! Enjoy its parks and museums. 

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[Burhaniye

Known for Sandy beaches, Churches and Cathedrals

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Experience the churches, history, and beaches in Burhaniye! 

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