Ulaş, Tarsus Explained

Type:neighbourhood
Province:Mersin
District:Tarsus
Ulaş
Population Total:1,274
Population As Of:2022
Coordinates:37°N 81°W
Elevation M:310
Area Code:0324

Ulaş is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Tarsus, Mersin Province, Turkey.[1] Its population is 1,274 (2022).[2] It is situated on the lower slopes of the Toros Mountains and on the road connecting Tarsus to Çamlıyayla. It is northwest of Tarsus. According to Ulaş school page the village was founded as the winter settlement of the Turkmen nomads after 1375.[3] The main economic sector of the village is viticulture. Olives and various fruits are also produced. There is also an olive press in the village.

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.
  3. http://okulweb.meb.gov.tr/33/09/287964/ulas.html Ulaş school page