Yenisu, Silifke

Yenisu is a small village in Silifke district of Mersin Province, Turkey. The village at 36°32′N 33°41′E is situated in the Taurus Mountains. The distance to Silifke is 50 kilometres (31 mi) . The population of Yenisu is 91 [1] as of 2011 . The village was founded by Yörüks (once nomadic Turkmens) probably two centuries ago. Main crops of the village are vegetables and fruits such as apple and almond.

Yenisu
Village
Yenisu
Location in Turkey
Coordinates: 36°32′N 33°41′E
Country Turkey
ProvinceMersin Province
DistrictSilifke
Elevation
1,060 m (3,480 ft)
Population
 (2011)
  Total91
Time zoneUTC+2 (EET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+3 (EEST)
Postal code
33940
Area code(s)0324
Licence plate33

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