# Beykoz

> district of İstanbul, northwestern Turkey

**Wikidata**: [Q794351](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q794351)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beykoz)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/beykoz

## Summary
Beykoz is a district and municipality of Turkey located in the Istanbul Province on the Asian continent. Established on June 1, 1928, it sits at the northern edge of the province, bordering the Black Sea and the Bosporus Strait. The district covers an area ranging from 239 to 310 square kilometers and has a urban population of 248,595 as of 2021.

## Key Facts
- **Location**: Northwestern Turkey, specifically within Istanbul Province; coordinates 41.125°N, 29.105°E.
- **Classification**: Instance of a district of Turkey, municipality of Turkey, and town.
- **Inception**: June 1, 1928.
- **Area**: Recorded as 239 km² and 310 km² (as of 2014).
- **Population (Urban)**: 248,595 (2021); 246,110 (2020).
- **Population (Rural)**: 25,209 (2011); historical data ranges from 15,179 (1970) to 41,261 (2007).
- **Elevation**: 18 meters or 124 meters above sea level.
- **Climate**: Hot-summer Mediterranean climate (1991–2020 classification).
- **Time Zone**: UTC+03:00 (Time in Turkey), standardized on October 2, 2018.
- **Water Bodies**: Located on the Bosporus Strait and the Black Sea.
- **Official Language**: Turkish.
- **Identifiers**: UN/LOCODE TRBEY; HASC code TR.IB.BY.

## FAQs
**Where is Beykoz geographically located?**
Beykoz is situated in northwestern Turkey within the Asian continent, specifically in the Istanbul Province. It is uniquely positioned along the Bosporus Strait and the coast of the Black Sea.

**What is the demographic history of Beykoz?**
The district has experienced significant urban growth, increasing from 51,689 urban residents in 1965 to 248,595 in 2021. The rural population has fluctuated, peaking at 41,261 in 2007 before declining to 25,209 by 2011.

**What are the administrative details of Beykoz?**
Beykoz is officially recognized as a municipality and district of Turkey. It was established in 1928 and utilizes the HASC code TR.IB.BY and the UN/LOCODE TRBEY for identification.

**What is the climate like in Beykoz?**
The district is classified as having a hot-summer Mediterranean climate based on data from 1991 to 2020.

## Why It Matters
Beykoz holds significance as a distinct administrative and geographical region within Istanbul, Turkey's most populous city. Its location on the Asian side of the Bosporus and its border with the Black Sea make it a strategic maritime and residential area. The district maintains a dual character with both substantial urban centers and rural settlements, reflecting a diverse demographic profile that has evolved significantly since its inception in 1928. Its twinning with Mohács (a town in Hungary) highlights its international administrative connections.

## Notable For
- **Strategic Waterfront Location**: Borders both the Bosporus Strait and the Black Sea.
- **Transcontinental Context**: Located in the Asian part of Northwestern Turkey.
- **Demographic Scale**: Supports an urban population of nearly a quarter-million people.
- **International Recognition**: Assigned a UN/LOCODE (TRBEY) and linked to international databases like VIAF and GeoNames.
- **Administrative Longevity**: Functioning as a district since June 1, 1928.

## Body

### Geography and Environment
Beykoz is geographically positioned on the Asian continent in northwestern Turkey. It operates as a district within the Istanbul Province. The area is defined by its proximity to major water bodies; it is located along the Bosporus Strait and borders the Black Sea.
- **Coordinates**: 41.125 Latitude, 29.105 Longitude.
- **Elevation**: Sources indicate elevations of 18 meters and 124 meters above sea level.
- **Area**: The district covers a total area reported as 239 square kilometers and also cited as 310 square kilometers as of 2014.
- **Climate**: The region falls under the "hot-summer Mediterranean climate" classification according to 1991–2020 data.

### History and Administration
The district was officially established on June 1, 1928. It functions as a municipality of Turkey and a district of Turkey (also classified historically as a town).
- **Official Name**: Beykoz.
- **Native Label**: Beykoz (also بكقوز).
- **Time Zone**: Follows "Time in Turkey" (UTC+03:00), a standard applied since October 2, 2018.
- **Twin City**: The district is twinned with Mohács.
- **Website**: http://www.beykoz.gov.tr

### Demographics
Beykoz has a recorded demographic history distinguishing between urban and rural populations.

**Urban Population Trends:**
- **1965**: 51,689
- **1985**: 118,697
- **2000**: 172,291
- **2010**: 221,542
- **2015**: 249,727
- **2020**: 246,110
- **2021**: 248,595

**Rural Population Trends:**
- **1965**: 16,069
- **1980**: 20,711
- **2007**: 41,261 (Peak reported)
- **2011**: 25,209

### Identity and Classification
The entity is known by several aliases and international identifiers:
- **Aliases**: Beicos, 貝伊科茲, أميكوس, أمنيكوس, بكقوز, بيكوز, and ベイコズ (Japanese Kana).
- **HASC Code**: TR.IB.BY
- **UN/LOCODE**: TRBEY
- **Wikidata Description**: "district of İstanbul, northwestern Turkey"

### External Identifiers and Resources
Beykoz is indexed in numerous international and national databases:
- ** VIAF ID**: 152555363
- **GeoNames ID**: 7733235
- **Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names ID**: 1004100
- **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n88205074
- **Freebase ID**: /m/05z3cm
- **OpenStreetMap Relation ID**: 1276910
- **Inaturalist Place ID**: 106482
- **TDV Encyclopedia of Islam ID**: beykoz
- **Facebook Location ID**: 108122052541385
- **Wikipedia Languages**: Available in over 30 languages including English, Turkish, Russian, Arabic, and Chinese.

### Media and Visuals
Visual documentation of the district is available through various media links:
- **Locator Map**: Istanbul_location_Beykoz.svg
- **Page Banner**: Beykoz_banner.jpg
- **Commons Category**: Beykoz

## References

1. [Source](https://www.harita.gov.tr/il-ve-ilce-yuzolcumleri)
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3. Virtual International Authority File
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5. [Source](https://www.icisleri.gov.tr/illeridaresi/il-ve-ilce-kurulus-tarihleri)
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10. [Source](https://www.mgm.gov.tr/iklim/iklim-siniflandirmalari.aspx)
11. Quora
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13. [iNaturalist](https://www.inaturalist.org/places/inaturalist-places.csv.zip)
14. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File