Körfez
District and municipality in Kocaeli, Turkey / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Körfez, formerly known as Elaia, or Elaea, is a municipality and district of Kocaeli Province, Turkey.[2] Its area is 301 km2,[3] and its population is 178,048 (2022).[1]
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Körfez | |
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District and municipality | |
Coordinates: 40°47′N 29°44′E | |
Country | Turkey |
Province | Kocaeli |
Government | |
• Mayor | Şener Söğüt (AKP) |
Area | 301 km2 (116 sq mi) |
Population (2022)[1] | 178,048 |
• Density | 590/km2 (1,500/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+3 (TRT) |
Area code | 0262 |
Website | www |
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The mayor is Şener Söğüt (AKP) and the district governor is Uğur Kalkar, appointed in August 2022.[4] The cement plant is a major source of greenhouse gas.[5]