LOCATION GUIDE
WHY THE BLACK SEA
Turkey's Green Coast
The Black Sea coast is Turkey's most unexpected region — think alpine landscapes, misty tea plantations, dramatic mountain monasteries, and a unique Pontic Greek heritage. It's the antithesis of the dry, sun-baked Turkey most people imagine.Productions looking for European mountain village aesthetics without leaving Turkey find their answer here.
Key Filming Spots
The Black Sea's most distinctive locations.
Sumela Monastery
A 1,600-year-old monastery built into a sheer cliff face 300m above the valley floor.
Tea Plantations
Emerald-green hillside tea gardens of Rize — a unique visual unlike anything in Turkey.
Ayder Plateau
Alpine meadows, wooden chalets, and hot springs surrounded by misty peaks.
Safranbolu
UNESCO-listed Ottoman town — perfectly preserved 18th century wooden houses and cobblestone streets.
Plan Your Black Sea Shoot
This region sees rain — but that creates atmosphere. Let us plan for the weather.
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