Zile
Zile, anciently known as Zela (Greek: Ζῆλα) (still as Latin Catholic titular see), is a city in Tokat Province, Turkey. It is the seat of Zile District. Its population is 33,557 (2022). Zile lies to the south of Amasya and the west of Tokat in north-central Turkey. The city has a long history, including as former bishopric and the site of the Battle of Zela, which prompted the phrase "Veni, vidi, vici." Today the city is a center for agricultural marketing and tourism.
Zile | |
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Zile City Center at night | |
Zile Location in Turkey | |
| Coordinates: 40°18′N 35°53′E | |
| Country | Turkey |
| Province | Tokat |
| District | Zile |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Şükrü Sargın (CHP) |
| Elevation | 710 m (2,330 ft) |
| Population (2022) | 33,557 |
| Time zone | TRT (UTC+3) |
| Postal code | 60400 |
| Area code | 0356 |
| Website | www |
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