During the chestnut season in Türkeli, citizens flocked to the forest.

With the arrival of autumn, the chestnut season has also opened in the district of Türkeli in Sinop. Starting from the early hours of the morning, citizens across the district head to the forests to gather chestnuts. Villagers sell some of the chestnuts they collect in the markets to generate income, while setting aside others for winter consumption. Bekir Özkaya, who came to the Yazıcı village of his hometown Türkeli from Istanbul to gather chestnuts, said that they are spending time in nature and reliving childhood memories. Özkaya said, "We used to gather a lot when we were children. I came to my hometown to satisfy the longing for the old days and to visit relatives and friends. Chestnuts are less abundant ...