Çankırı

Area: 8.454 km²

Population: 270.355 (2000)

Traffic Code: 18

It is ideal for people who wants to be alone in the nature with its snow covered high mountains for the half of the year; forests covering its one third lands; plateaus appropriate for camping, caravans,horseback riding, photography and hunting and such touristic activities; rich thermal springs and mineral springs, cultural values of centuries mingle with the tenderness and traditional hospitality of the citizens .

Districts: Atkaracalar, Bayramören, Çerkeş, Eldivan, Eskipazar, Ilgaz, Kızılırmak, Korgun, Kurşunlu, Orta, Ovacık, Şabanözü and Yapraklı.
Yapraklı: 32km from Çankırı, Yapraklı was renowned for its colorful banquets during Ottoman period. Within the borders of the district, Büyükyayla is a paradise of tourism and natural beauty with its 1600-1700 high altitute.