Isparta, which contains the delicious cherry, the famous rose, the carpet, and many other beauties, is located in the Lakes Region of the Mediterranean Region. The city borders the provinces of Burdur and Antalya. Isparta, which is a historical settlement with a population of more than 450 thousand people, is expressed as one of the important regions of the Mediterranean that is worth seeing with its world-famous roses, lavender gardens with a fascinating scent, and historical and cultural heritage.
Due to its location, the province of Isparta is located in the transition zone between the Mediterranean climate and the continental climate that is effective in Central Anatolia. For this reason, the characteristics of both climates are seen within the borders of the province. A semi-arid, slightly humid climate prevails in the region with cool winters and hot summers. The region is very rich in terms of flower and wildlife diversity. It is possible to say that there is a lot to discover in the region with its protected national parks, ancient cities, and Davraz Ski Center, which offers the opportunity to do winter sports. It should not be forgotten that this city is a unique paradise, especially for nature lovers. For example, you can explore nature by taking a walk in Pinargozu Cave, Yazili Canyon, or Adada Antique City. In the summer season, you can prefer Lake Egirdir, which offers opportunities for swimming, sailing, surfing, and similar water sports. You can have a peaceful and pleasant time with the golden yellow sand on Altinkum beach.
The socio-economic status of the province is stated as B+ in the regional report. The economy is mainly based on agriculture. The most produced product in the region is rose oil. After agriculture, carpet weaving and sulfur business also have an important share in the economy. The unemployment rate is low throughout the region. The population of the region increased by 1.22% as of 2022 and became 445,678. The population density was measured as 202,397 persons/km².