ANKARA A new scenic train route has been introduced, connecting the capital Ankara to the Black Sea province of Zonguldak, to offer travelers the chance to explore the cultural, historical and natural riches of Türkiye’s western Black Sea region through a unique rail experience. Named the “Touristic Karaelmas Express,” the train takes its name from “black diamond,” a reference to Zonguldak’s historic identity as a coal mining center. Today, the route repurposes that legacy to shine a light on