Kastamonu

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Kastamonu is the capitol district of the Kastamonu Province, Turkey. It has a population of 103,340 (2000 census), and an area of 1482 km². It is located to the south of the province.

Near the city (approximately 10 miles) is the village of Kasaba with an important mosque, the Mahmut Bey mosque, from 1366, built in the Seljuk tradition. It is considered to be one of the finest wooden mosques in Turkey. The door has excellent woodcarving.

It was assumed to be founded 18th century BC. Romans founded a city of Paflogonia at the town Taskopru which is nowadays famous for its garlic production.

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