Doğançay, Mersin Explained

Type:neighbourhood
Province:Mersin
District:Mezitli
Doğançay
Population Total:148
Population As Of:2022
Coordinates:36.85°N 60°W
Other Name:Ohun
Elevation M:710
Area Code:0324

Doğançay is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Mezitli, Mersin Province, Turkey.[1] Its population is 148 (2022).[2] It is situated in the Taurus Mountains. Its distance to Mersin is . The main activity of residents is farming and agricultural activities including growing grapes, olives, pears, and almonds. The village is famous for its special grapes. Because of the uniqueness of its soil, the grapes develop a special taste at the end of the harvest season.

Cultural activities

Fruits and vegetables grown in Doğançay

Grapes are tasty because of the soil. This aspect allows residents to convert it very unique molasses, which is very popular among Turkish people, especially in the Mediterranean.

Olive, plum and almond are other products.

Notable people

Notes and References

  1. https://www.e-icisleri.gov.tr/Anasayfa/MulkiIdariBolumleri.aspx Mahalle
  2. Web site: Address-based population registration system (ADNKS) results dated 31 December 2022, Favorite Reports. 12 July 2023. TÜİK. en. XLS.