My city is Iskenderun, Turkey, which has a population of 287,000 people and is located near the seaside. Iskenderun has a rich history dating back to its founding by Alexander the Great in 333 BC and contains several historical and religious sites like St. Pierre Church. The city offers many amenities for residents and visitors such as cinemas, shopping centers, cafes, restaurants, and oranges and lemons are commonly grown locally. The cuisine of Iskenderun includes kebap, döner, humus, kısır, içli köfte, künefe, and Turkish coffee and raki are popular drinks.