Kösbucağı

Kösbucağı is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Erdemli, Mersin Province, Turkey. Its population is 1,933 (2022). It is a dispersed mountain village situated in forests. The distance to Erdemli is about 12 km and 48 km to Mersin. There are Roman and Byzantine ruins (including a bridge) around the village. However, the inhabitants are of Turkmen origin. The main economic activity of the village is farming. Citrus, various fruits and vegetables are produced. There is also a poultry farm in the village. Some village residents work in chromium mines next to the village.