Arhavi

Arhavi

Arhavi; It is a town and the center of the Artvin province in the Black Sea Region of the Republic of Turkey. It is the fourth largest district of Artvin province with a district population of 21,661 in 2021. With a city population of 21,661, it is the 301st district in Turkey and the third largest district in the Artvin province after Artvin and Hopa. The majority of Arhavi's population consists of Laz people. The terrain is rugged and mountainous. The area of the district center is approximately 6 km², and the total district area is 314 km². It has a coastline length of 9.69 km. Kapisre Stream is the largest stream in the district. Arhavi is famous for the Arhavi Culture and Art Festival, which has been held since 1973.