Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
1.8M
Population
13,844 km2
Area
150 Mbps
Internet
UTC+03:00
Timezone
ADA (4km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Adana's kebab smoke wafts through sun-baked streets lined with citrus groves, capturing southern Turkey's hearty, laid-back vibe. Nomads appreciate the reliable WiFi in riverside cafes, mild winters, and a growing scene of affordable co-working spots near ancient Roman bridges.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Turkey
Region
Western Asia
Population
1.8M
Timezone
UTC+03:00
Currency
TRY
Language
Turkish
Airport
ADA
GPS
36.99, 35.33
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 150 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Connections
Adana has 10 sister cities worldwide
Travel
ADA airport just 4 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
4,332 total POIs 0.3 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
122
Cafes
74
Bars
6
Fast Food
51
Shopping
Supermarkets
290
Convenience
145
Shopping Malls
20
Healthcare
Hospitals
46
Clinics
90
Pharmacies
685
Education
Schools
267
Universities
20
Libraries
3
Recreation
Parks
499
Playgrounds
47
Sports
108
Cinemas
1
Museums
7
Theatres
5
Transport
Bus Stops
512
Train Stations
19
Fuel Stations
114
Services
Banks
106
ATMs
36
Post Offices
12
Police
14
Fire Stations
3
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
150 Mbps
Download
28 Mbps
Upload
11ms
Latency
20,553
Tests
6,449
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Apr - May
12°
J
13°
F
17°
M
21°
A
26°
M
29°
J
30°
J
29°
A
26°
S
21°
O
17°
N
13°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 21.3 C Range: 12.1 - 30.4 C Rain: 946 mm/year Sunshine: 3,580 h/year
CITY SCORES
94.4
Nomad Index
A
Livability
62.5
Culture
72.2
Overall
AIRPORT
ADA
Adana Şakirpaşa Airport
4 km from center
Very close — ~6 min ride
FUN FACTS
The city is situated on the Seyhan River, 35 km (22 mi) inland from the northeastern shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
It is the administrative seat of the Adana province, and has a population of 1,816,750 (Seyhan, Yuregir, Cukurova, Saricam).
Adana lies in the heart of Cilicia, a region of around 6 million people.
The region was particularly important in the classical world due to its location by a pass in the Taurus Mountains (both for military campaigns and trade routes), and its wealth in metal and agricultural assets, including the large fertile plain of Çukurova.
One theory holds that the city name originates from an Indo-European expression a danu 'on the river', using the same Proto-Indo-European root as the Danube, Don, Dnieper and Donets.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Adana known for?
Adana's kebab smoke wafts through sun-baked streets lined with citrus groves, capturing southern Turkey's hearty, laid-back vibe. Nomads appreciate the reliable WiFi in riverside cafes, mild winters, and a growing scene of affordable co-working spots near ancient Roman bridges.
How fast is the internet in Adana?
Adana has an average download speed of 150 Mbps and upload speed of 28 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Adana?
Adana has an average year-round temperature of approximately 21.3 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Adana?
Adana is served by ADA (Adana Şakirpaşa Airport), approximately 4 km from the city center.
What is the population of Adana?
The population of Adana is approximately 1.8M.
What infrastructure does Adana have?
Adana has 4,332 mapped points of interest, including 122 restaurants, 46 hospitals, 267 schools.
What country is Adana in?
Adana is located in Turkey.
