Ulupınar, Gülnar Explained

Type:neighbourhood
Province:Mersin
District:Gülnar
Ulupınar
Population Total:243
Population As Of:2022
Coordinates:36.2667°N 68°W
Elevation M:670
Postal Code:33702
Area Code:0324

Ulupınar is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Gülnar, Mersin Province, Turkey.[1] Its population is 243 (2022).[2] It is in the Toros Mountains. Its distance to Gülnar is and to Mersin is . According to oral tradition the former name of the village was Katarcalı, referring to a well known family of the village. But the name was confused with Katırcalı and the villagers renamed the village.[3]

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://www.saadetbilir.com/?cat=5 Personal page of Saadet Bilir