# İznik

> district and town in the Province of Bursa, Turkey

**Wikidata**: [Q217125](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q217125)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/İznik)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/iznik

## Summary
İznik is a district and town in the Province of Bursa, Turkey, known for its historical significance as the capital of the Sultanate of Rum and later the Empire of Nicaea. It is classified as a city and has a population of approximately 44,236 as of 2022. The town is also famous for its traditional İznik pottery, which is distinct from the town itself.

## Key Facts
- Located in Bursa Province, Turkey, since 1926.
- Classified as both a city and a town.
- Population: 44,236 (2022), determined by the Address-Based Population Registration System.
- Area: 753 square kilometers.
- Coordinates: 40.428889° N, 29.719444° E.
- Official name: İznik (preferred), with historical names including Nikaia and Nicée.
- Timezone: UTC+03:00, adopted in 2018.
- Postal code: 16x.
- Website: [http://www.iznik.bel.tr](http://www.iznik.bel.tr).
- Significant events: Siege of Nicaea (1077, 1097, 1328–1331).
- Patron saint: Saint Darius.
- Twin towns: Spandau, Khulo, Tutin, Pithiviers, Talas, Jingdezhen.
- Located near Lake İznik.
- Described in historical sources such as Pauly–Wissowa and Meyers Konversations-Lexikon.
- Wikipedia title: İznik, available in multiple languages.

## FAQs
**What is the historical significance of İznik?**
İznik was the capital of the Sultanate of Rum and later the Empire of Nicaea, playing a key role in Byzantine and Seljuk history. It is also famous for its traditional İznik pottery, which is distinct from the town itself.

**What is the population of İznik?**
As of 2022, the population of İznik is 44,236, as recorded by the Address-Based Population Registration System.

**What are the twin towns of İznik?**
İznik has twinning agreements with Spandau, Khulo, Tutin, Pithiviers, Talas, and Jingdezhen.

**What is the timezone of İznik?**
İznik operates on UTC+03:00, which was adopted in 2018.

**What is the postal code for İznik?**
The postal code for İznik is 16x.

## Why It Matters
İznik holds significant historical importance as the capital of the Sultanate of Rum and the Empire of Nicaea, shaping the political and cultural landscape of the region. Its traditional İznik pottery is renowned worldwide, contributing to Turkey's cultural heritage. The town's strategic location near Lake İznik and its twinning agreements with other cities highlight its role in international relations. Additionally, İznik's historical descriptions in sources like Pauly–Wissowa and Meyers Konversations-Lexikon underscore its enduring legacy in academic and cultural discourse.

## Notable For
- Capital of the Sultanate of Rum and the Empire of Nicaea.
- Famous for its traditional İznik pottery, distinct from the town itself.
- Strategic location near Lake İznik.
- Twinning agreements with multiple cities worldwide.
- Historical descriptions in notable academic sources.

## Body
### Geography and Location
İznik is situated in Bursa Province, Turkey, with coordinates at 40.428889° N, 29.719444° E. The town covers an area of 753 square kilometers and is located near Lake İznik. Its postal code is 16x, and it operates on the UTC+03:00 timezone, adopted in 2018.

### History and Significance
İznik has a rich historical background, serving as the capital of the Sultanate of Rum and later the Empire of Nicaea. It has been the subject of significant events, including the Siege of Nicaea in 1077, 1097, and 1328–1331. The town is also associated with Saint Darius as its patron saint.

### Population and Demographics
The population of İznik has fluctuated over the years, with recorded figures of 24,710 (1990), 24,601 (2000), and 44,236 (2022). The Address-Based Population Registration System has been used to determine these figures.

### Cultural and Economic Significance
İznik is renowned for its traditional İznik pottery, which is distinct from the town itself. The town has twinning agreements with Spandau, Khulo, Tutin, Pithiviers, Talas, and Jingdezhen, highlighting its role in international relations. The town's historical descriptions in sources like Pauly–Wissowa and Meyers Konversations-Lexikon underscore its enduring legacy in academic and cultural discourse.

### Administrative and Institutional Details
İznik has an official website at [http://www.iznik.bel.tr](http://www.iznik.bel.tr) and is classified as both a city and a town. It is maintained by WikiProject Turkey and WikiProject Cities. The town's historical names include Nikaia and Nicée, and it is described in various encyclopedias and reference works.

### Digital and Online Presence
İznik's Wikipedia page is available in multiple languages, including als, ar, arz, az, azb, be, be_x_old, bg, br, ca, ce, ceb, cs, cu, cy, da, de, diq, el, en, eo, et, eu, fa, fi, fr, gag, glk, he, hr, hu, id, it, ja, ka, ko, ku, lt, lv, mdf, mg, min, mrj, ms, mzn, nl, nn, no, pl, pnb, pt, ro, ru, sco, sh, sk, sl, sq, sr, sv, sw, tg, th, tr, tt, uk, ur, vi, war, wuu, zh, zh_min_nan. The town is also represented in digital platforms such as Google Arts & Culture and the Bibliothèque nationale de France.

## References

1. [Source](https://statoids.com/ytr.html)
2. [Source](https://www.iznik.bel.tr/sayfa/kardes-sehirler.html)
3. BnF authorities
4. Virtual International Authority File
5. [Source](https://www.lexpera.com.tr/resmi-gazete/metin/gun-isigindan-daha-fazla-yararlanmak-amaciyla-butun-yurtta-uygulanan-ileri-saat-uygulamasinin-devam-3)
6. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
7. GeoNames
8. [iNaturalist](https://www.inaturalist.org/places/inaturalist-places.csv.zip)
9. [Source](https://doi.org/10.1093/gao/9781884446054.article.T042996)
10. museum-digital