Samsun is a city that shines like a necklace on the northern coast of the Black Sea Region and draws attention with its historical and cultural richness. Having hosted many civilizations throughout history due to its strategic location, Samsun also holds an important place in the history of the Republic as the city where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk set foot on May 19, 1919 to start the War of Independence. Offering unique beauties to nature lovers with its lush forests, kilometers of coastline, Capraz Kavlugu Mountains and plateaus, this city also offers touristic places such as the Bandirma Ferry Museum, Amisos Hill and Tekkeköy Caves. Having a strong infrastructure in the agricultural and industrial sectors, Samsun is one of the important port cities of Turkey and plays a vital role in trade and transportation. While the Samsun 19 Mayis University it hosts adds dynamism to the city, it also offers a contemporary life with its health, education and cultural activities.