Adana: Major City in Southern Turkey

Adana lies in southern Turkey on both banks of the Seyhan River. It is the capital of Adana Province and Turkey's 8th most populous city (~2.2 million, 2021).

• Mediterranean coast, near Taurus Mountains and Anatolian Plateau junction
• Humid subtropical climate: hot dry summers, cool wet winters
• Major agricultural/industrial center: textiles, large oil refinery
• Historical sites: ruins of ancient Adana (2nd century BC)
• Universities and museums