Akçakoca, The Summer Resort of the Western Black Sea
Akçakoca is a district connected to Düzce, located in the Western Black Sea region. With its approximately 35-kilometer coastline and lush green vegetation, it is one of the important holiday destinations in the Western Black Sea. Its location, 3 hours away from Ankara and Istanbul, increases the number of tourists coming from these cities. It possesses magnificent beauties with its pristine sea, Beech, Linden, Chestnut, and Oak trees, and hazelnut groves.
Apart from sea tourism, Akçakoca is a district with quite a few historical sites to visit and see. Aktaş Waterfall is one of them. Located approximately 11 km from the city center, the waterfall is situated in Aktaş Village.
The Genoese Castle, dating back to the Latin Empire period, is famous for its walls made of rubble stone and the Wishing Well located within its courtyard.
In Cumayanı, located in Göktepe Village, there are historical bath ruins and a mosque. Cumayanı, which is also a picnic area, also features historical plane trees and the Tomb of Ahmet Dede.
The Orhangazi Mosque, built by Orhangazi and having a history of 125 years, is another place worth seeing. The Mosque, located 10 kilometers from Akçakoca, has recently been restored. 
