Buhara | |
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Coordinates: 36°42′50″N36°30′44″E / 36.71389°N 36.51222°E | |
Country | Turkey |
Province | Hatay |
District | Hassa |
Population (2022) | 1,078 |
Time zone | TRT (UTC+3) |
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