Batısandal
Batısandal (meaning "west sandalwood" named after Santalum album, a common tree) is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Erdemli, Mersin Province, Turkey.[1] Its population is 744 (2022).[2] It is situated in the hilly region to the south of the Taurus Mountains. It is a dispersed settlement about 20 kilometres (12 mi) north west of Erdemli and 57 kilometres (35 mi) west of Mersin.
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Batısandal Location in Turkey | |
Coordinates: 36°34′N 34°11′E | |
Country | Turkey |
Province | Mersin |
District | Erdemli |
Elevation | 350 m (1,150 ft) |
Population (2022) | 744 |
Time zone | TRT (UTC+3) |
Postal code | 33730 |
Area code | 0324 |
The village was founded by a Turkmen clan from Central Asia. Initially named Kelete, it was administratively included in Limonlu. In 1929, it was declared a village. There are historical ruins around the village such as an archaeological site (named Öküzlü), a church and Ottoman tombstones of the early 19th century. Main products of the village are vegetables and fruits. Olive and Laurus are also produced.[3]
References
- 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.
- Erdemli chamber of agriculture (in Turkish) Archived October 2, 2013, at the Wayback Machine