Zonguldak is a city in western part of Black Sea Turkey. It is located on the shore of Black Sea.
As conveyors and rails everywhere at the entrance of the downtown mark, this bleak industrial town leaning against a steep mountainfoot with just a small section of downtown lying on flat ground is surrounded by coal mines, which indeed are the reason of town's existence. While the city itself may have little to offer to a passing by traveller, it may serve as a convenient hub for surrounding resorts and sights. Also, the lush mountains around the city can easily make you forget the smog and the grey ambience of Zonguldak.
- Akçakoca is a seaside resort one hour bus ride away from Zonguldak in the west.
- Safranbolu is a nearby town inland to southeast, noted for its preserved traditional architecture and is in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
- Amasra is a historical town on the Black Sea coast to the east.
[[Akçakoca]] is a seaside resort one hour bus ride away from Zonguldak in the west.
[[Safranbolu]] is a nearby town inland to southeast, noted for its preserved traditional architecture and is in the [[UNESCO World Heritage List]].
[[Amasra]] is a historical town on the Black Sea coast to the east.