Özbek is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Urla,

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Mart Dokuzu Herb Festival

Mart Dokuzu Herb Festival is a festival held every year in Özbek neighborhood of Urla district of

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. During the festival, the participants go up to the hills in Özbek and collect herbs that are beneficial for health. In addition, a bazaar is set up in the square of the neighborhood and the people living there sell what they produce in this bazaar. Also, cooking workshops are held in the neighborhood.

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Neighbourhoods in Urla District {{İzmir-geo-stub