Gediz Delta
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The Gediz Delta is the river delta at the confluence of the Gediz River with the Gulf of İzmir, in İzmir Province in western Turkey. It is a 14,900 ha area of land that occupies coastal parts of Foça, Menemen, and Çiğli districts.[2] It is one of the largest areas of coastal wetlands in Turkey and has a biodiversity of plants and birds.[2] It is a Ramsar site since 1998 and an Important Bird Area since 2000.[1][3] It is 26 km from İzmir city center.[2]
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Gediz Delta | |
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Location | İzmir Province, Turkey |
Nearest city | İzmir |
Coordinates | 38°31′N 26°53′E |
Area | 14,900 ha (58 sq mi) |
Governing body | Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry |
Official name | Gediz Delta |
Designated | 15 April 1998 |
Reference no. | 945[1] |
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