مرکز منطقه ای اطلاع رساني علوم و فناوري - An Investigation in terms of Urban Geography: Ayvahk

Abstract :

Our study subject, city of Ayvahk is located south-end of Edremit Bay in the northern of Aegean Region of our country. The city became one of the most well-known settlement areas of Mediterranean coasts with its commercial activity and wealth, its cultural and intellectual level within the second part of 18th century and 19th century. Total 35,986 persons live in the city which consists of 16 quarters. Within Ayvahk administrative management region, it serves to rural population of 26,424 in 17 villages including 9 villages connected to central township and 8 villages connected to Altmova township. Ayvahk city has different urban functions. Economical, administrative and cultural functions have been well developed in the city. 37.7 % of active population work in service area, 24.3 % in commerce, 16.7 % in industry and 6.8 % in agriculture.