Balıkesir is an industrial city on the Aegean coast of Turkey. It’s not particularly pretty but it’s an interesting place to visit, with a long and colourful history. The city is home to a large number of mosques, including the Selimiye Mosque, one of the largest in the country. There are also a number of interesting archaeological sites in the area, including the ancient city of Pergamon. The city is also a major commercial and transportation hub, with a large port and an international airport.
Average temperatures during the day in Balıkesir.
