Geyve has also been important as it was on the historical Silk Road or Silk Route.
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Geyve is located at the foot of Geyve Gorge, which is set between two mountain ranges and lies along the Sakarya River.
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The bridge was kept well by Ottoman Sultans as the bridge is strategically located on the Silk Road.
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Geyve is relatively close to many important cities in Turkey; 179 km to Istanbul, 30 km to Adapazari, 75 km to Izmit, 139 km to Bursa, 156 km to Eskisehir, 167 km to Bolu according to Google Maps.
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The third longest river in Turkey, Sakarya River runs through Geyve and it is perceived as an important inspiration of the town.