Definition
Kösedere is a neighbourhood (formerly a village) located within the district of Karaburun, in İzmir Province, western Turkey. It is administratively part of the municipality of Karaburun.
Overview
Kösedere lies on the Karaburun Peninsula, overlooking the Aegean Sea. The settlement is situated at an elevation of approximately 30 metres above sea level and is accessed by the local road network connecting it to the district centre of Karaburun, roughly 8 km to the north‑east. According to the most recent address‑based population registration system (ADNKS) data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) for 2022, Kösedere has a population of around 150 inhabitants. The local economy is primarily based on small‑scale agriculture, animal husbandry, and seasonal tourism, with many residents engaged in olive cultivation and fishing.
Etymology/Origin
The name “Kösedere” appears to be of Turkish origin, composed of two elements: “köse” (or “köse”), which can mean “bald” or “bare,” and “dere,” meaning “stream” or “valley.” Thus, the literal translation may be “bare stream” or “bald valley.” No official documentation confirming this derivation is readily available, and the precise historical origin of the toponym remains unverified.
Characteristics
- Administrative status: neighbourhood (Mahalle) within the Karaburun municipality.
- Population: approximately 150 (2022).
- Geography: Situated on a modest coastal plain of the Karaburun Peninsula, characterised by low hills and a Mediterranean climate.
- Economy: Predominantly agricultural, focusing on olives, figs, and citrus; limited tourism activities during summer months.
- Infrastructure: Basic utilities (electricity, water) are provided; educational and health services are accessed in the nearby district centre of Karaburun.
Related Topics
- Karaburun (district) – the administrative district encompassing Kösedere.
- İzmir Province – the larger provincial entity in which Karaburun and Kösedere are situated.
- Turkish settlement classification – the system of provinces, districts, and neighbourhoods (mahalles).
- Aegean Sea coast of Turkey – the broader geographical region that includes the Karaburun Peninsula.