Orhangazi
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| Orhangazi | |
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| Country |  Turkey |
| Region | Marmara |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | İsmail TARTAR ANAP |
| • Governor | Ertan Peynircioğlu |
| Population (2000) | |
| • Total | 44,000 |
| Time zone | EET (UTC+2) |
| • Summer (DST) | EEST (UTC+3) |
| Postal code | 16800 |
| Area code(s) | 224 |
| Licence plate | 16 |
| Website | http://www.orhangazi.bel.tr/ |
Orhangazi which was built by Orhan I in 1362 is a city and district in Bursa Province of Turkey.
- Olive production is a major part of the economy.
- The archeological digs of Ilipinar Hoyuk are in the region of Orhangazi, and can be visited.
In 2000, Orhangazi had a population of 44,000. Orhangazi has a number of villages around it, there is a local bus garage to take visitors to them. One of the villages, Keramet, has a natural hot springs. Main roads leading to the villages have olive fields on both sides.
Coordinates: 40°29′N 29°19′E / 40.483°N 29.317°E
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