Bayburt

Bayburt
Municipality
Bayburt City
Coat of arms
Bayburt Location within Turkey
Coordinates: 40°15′35″N 40°13′40″E
Country	Turkey
Province	Bayburt
District	Bayburt
Government
• Mayor	Mete Memiş (AKP)
Elevation	1,550 m (5,090 ft)
Population  (2021)	48,036
Time zone	UTC+3 (TRT)
Postal code	69000
Area code	0458
Website	www.bayburt.bel.tr

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Bayburt is a city in northeast Turkey lying on the Çoruh River. It is the seat of Bayburt Province and Bayburt District. Its population is 48,036 (2021).

Bayburt was once an important center on the ancient Silk Road. It was visited by Marco Polo in the 13th century, and also by Evliya Çelebi in the 16th century. Remains of its medieval castle still exist. There are several historical mosques, hammams, and tombs in the city. There are also ancient historical sites such as the Çatalçeşme Underground Complex and natural wonders like the Sirakayalar Waterfall in the other parts of the province.