Gücüş
Güçüş is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Erdemli, Mersin Province, Turkey.[1] Its population is 269 (2022).[2] It is situated in the forests of Toros Mountains to the east of Alata creek canyon. Distance to Erdemli is 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) and to Mersin is 50 kilometres (31 mi). The village is a Turkmen village. It was named after the phrase Güç iş meaning "Hard work", referring to the hardships encountered during the foundation of the village. The main economic activity of the village is farming. Tomato and cucumber are among the more important crops of the village. Olive production is on the rise.[3]
Güçüş | |
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  Güçüş Location in Turkey | |
| Coordinates: 36°39′N 34°12′E | |
| Country | Turkey |
| Province | Mersin |
| District | Erdemli |
| Elevation | 640 m (2,100 ft) |
| Population (2022) | 269 |
| Time zone | TRT (UTC+3) |
| Postal code | 33730 |
| Area code | 0324 |
References
- Mahalle, Turkey Civil Administration Departments Inventory. Retrieved 12 July 2023.
- "Address-based population registration system (ADNKS) results dated 31 December 2022, Favorite Reports" (XLS). TÜİK. Retrieved 12 July 2023.
- Erdemli chamber of agriculture (in Turkish)
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