Rize is a city known as the tea capital of Turkey in the east of the Black Sea, known for its steep slopes covered with lush green tea gardens and its rainy climate. Rafting in the valley of Fırtına Deresi, the hot springs of Ayder Yaylası, the magnificent silhouette of Zilkale among the clouds, and the glacial lakes of the Kaçkar Dağları — Rize is a paradise for nature lovers. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Üniversitesi is the academic center of the city with its more than twenty thousand students. The faculties of Fisheries, Engineering, Medicine, and Education are strong programs. Tea and tea plant research is one of the university's unique areas. The campus offers one of Turkey's most scenic campuses with its location by the sea. The cost of living is among the lowest in Turkey. Accommodation and daily expenses are well below those of big cities. Rize cuisine offers the most authentic versions of Black Sea flavors: muhlama, hamsi tava, laz böreği, pide, and karalahana. Tea is indispensable on every table, and the tradition of free service is widespread. Rafting in Fırtına Vadisi is a world-class adventure experience. Thermal baths in Ayder Yaylası, mountaineering and trekking in the Kaçkar Dağları, a historical tour in Zilkale, the historical arch bridges of Çamlıhemşin — Rize's nature activities are unlimited. Pokut and Elevit plateaus offer a walk above the clouds. Participating in the tea harvest is a unique experience. The tea industry is the economic basis of Rize; ÇAYKUR is Turkey's largest tea producer. The fishing and tourism sectors are growing. Kaçkar mountain tourism attracts international attention. Rize offers a unique university experience in tea-scented gardens, in the coolness of the plateaus, in the excitement of Fırtına Vadisi. Four years spent in the most authentic corner of the Black Sea create a deep connection with nature. Kaçkar Dağları Milli Parkı is Turkey's most important mountaineering area and attracts international trekking enthusiasts. The historical arch bridges of Çamlıhemşin exhibit the harmony of Ottoman engineering with nature. Ayder's hot springs attract visitors throughout the year. The rafting track in Fırtına Vadisi is a favorite of adrenaline enthusiasts. The plateaus of İkizdere and the waterfalls of Çamlıhemşin are weekend routes. Visiting Rize's tea factories offers the opportunity to see the production process closely. The wooden houses and sea of clouds of Pokut Yaylası are a favorite subject of photographers. The university's aquaculture program is compatible with the fishing potential of the Black Sea. Rize's sincere people embrace every student. Palovit Şelalesi is perfect for a nature walk. Participating in the tea harvest is a unique experience that makes you feel the bond between labor and nature. The university's engineering program trains engineers for the region's energy and infrastructure needs. The suspension bridges of Çat Vadisi and the Hemşin plateaus are adventure routes. Rize's rainy climate offers a magnificent nature that remains green in every season. The city becomes lively during the tea harvesting season, and seasonal job opportunities arise. Rize tabyaları are Ottoman-era coastal defense structures. The stone houses of Kale village and Hemşin culture are a rich resource for anthropology and cultural studies. Students studying in Rize establish a deep connection with nature and experience the most authentic experience of the Black Sea. Çamlıhemşin's Ayder route is one of Turkey's most popular plateau tourism routes. Each bridge in Fırtına Vadisi is a separate history and engineering marvel. Rize's zero-to-sea location offers the opportunity to walk along the coast. The tea fields of Kalkandere and the nature of Güneysu diversify district explorations. Studying at university in Rize means experiencing the Black Sea spirit in its purest form. Hemşin horonları are one of the most enthusiastic folkloric traditions of the Black Sea. The Tea Research Institute conducts scientific studies to improve tea quality. Rize's small and compact structure offers a walkable environment. Four years spent in this city where mountains and sea meet is an experience that internalizes the power of nature. The coast of Ardeşen and the tea factories of İyidere complete the district richness. Rize kalesi is a historical discovery point in the city center. Four years spent in the greenest city of the Black Sea teaches living in harmony with nature. ---

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