Mayor
Ergüder Toptaş
In office since
Expiring at
Born in 1981 in Arpaçay district, Kars province. Completed primary and secondary education at Akyaka Central Primary School.
Between 2001 and 2018 he worked in the jewelry industry.
In March 2019, he became a mayoral candidate for the Justice and Development Party in local elections and was elected mayor. He is married and the father of 3 children.
Akyaka, Distretto di Akyaka/Provincia di Kars, Turchia
Slow City
The City
Akyaka is a coastal town overlooking Gokova Bay in Turkey. Characterized by its unique architecture, it is included in the list of Cittaslow towns due to its philosophy of historical and cultural preservation. This small community has decided to respect the slow pace of life, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and local traditions while avoiding massive urbanization. Akyaka's local architecture is noteworthy, with richly ornate buildings and intricate carpentry. Events held in the city include the annual Spring Festival celebration, with traditional dances and food, and the Akyaka Film Festival, which attracts visitors from all over the world. In addition, responsible tourists can enjoy the nearby pristine beaches, abundant wildlife, and beautiful nature walks. Activities such as hiking, bird-watching and seeing the famous Lycian tombs can be enjoyed in Akyaka. A visit here gives an authentic view of rural Turkey, rich in local history and culture.
The Slow Vision for the City
Slow actions performed
You can get more out of your site elements by making them dynamic. To connect this element to content from your collection, select the element and click Connect to Data. Once connected, you can update it anytime without affecting your design or updating elements by hand. Add any type of content to your collection, such as rich text, images, videos and more, or upload it via CSV file. You can also collect and store information from your site visitors using input elements like custom forms and fields.
Targets for the futures