Life in Ordu is characterized by the unique natural beauty of the Black Sea Region and a quiet city life. The city's coastal areas and green plateaus play a big role in the daily life of the people. Ordu is known for its quiet life and family-oriented society. Locals generally have close and warm relationships and neighborly relations are very strong. This is especially evident in smaller neighborhoods and rural areas. People often visit each other's homes and spend time together.
Traditionally, the people of Ordu have been engaged in agriculture and fishing and these activities are still part of daily life. Hazelnut production is one of the cornerstones of economic life and almost every family is directly or indirectly related to this sector. The hazelnut harvest is a period of increased social interaction in August and September when community members come together. Harvest festivals are celebrated with local music, dance and food.
Local cuisine is an integral part of Ordu's cultural life. Typical of Black Sea cuisine, Ordu cuisine is characterized by corn bread, black cabbage soup, pilaf with anchovies and various desserts made with hazelnuts. Meals are usually prepared with plenty of butter and cornmeal, and large family meals are important events that reinforce a sense of community.
Cultural events and festivals in Ordu are organized throughout the year and often depend on seasonal changes and agricultural cycles. These events stand out as times when both locals and visitors come together to have fun and keep their traditions alive. In addition, folk music and the Black Sea horon dance are often performed at festivals and mass celebrations.
As a result, life in Ordu is intertwined with nature, community-oriented and tradition-oriented. The daily life of the local people follows a rhythm in harmony with the seasons and the natural environment, which shapes the lifestyle of the people of Ordu. Cultural activities and traditional cuisine play an important role in sustaining this rhythm and community spirit.