23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Drone/Aerial
Seagulls, the emblematic birds of Turkiye’s Sinop

An aerial view of the coastline of the Black Sea, home to a large number of seagulls due to widespread fishing activity in Sinop, Turkiye, on October 17, 2025. Located on a cape jutting into the Black Sea at the northernmost tip of Turkiye, Sinop is notable for its natural beauty. Frequently seen in the city center and surrounding areas, seagulls have become a symbol of Sinop. Following the fishing boats, they add vibrancy to the city and reflect Sinop’s deep connection with the sea.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Sinop, Türkiye
Camera: FC8482
Copyright: © Erçin Ertürk