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Selim
City in Kars, Turkey
Overview
Selim is a small, authentic town in Turkey's Kars region, best known for its farming landscapes and traditional Anatolian culture. The town exudes a laid-back vibe, offering visitors a glimpse into local rural Turkish life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Turkey
Province
Kars
Population
23,231
Time Zone
Europe/Istanbul
Coordinates
40.46°, 42.78°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$528
Local Cost
$305
Local Income
$380
Cashless
25
English
20
Temperature
4.7°C
Summer Avg
16.3°C
Winter Avg
-7.8°C
Record High
34.8°C
Record Low
-28.0°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
690 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KSY
Distance
31 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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