TURKEY ALANYA- LAND CAVES

LAND CAVES

There are several naturally formed land caves in Alanya. Among the most notable are Damlatas, Kadiini and Dim caves.

DAMLATAS CAVE

The stalactites and stalagmites of this cave,which were formed over a period exceeding 15 millennia, constitue the most distinctive feature of it. The water, dripping from the stalactites, gives the cave its name: Damlatas” , or “ dripping stones”. The atmosphere inside has been found to be beneficial for suffers of non-allergic asthma and rheumatism related disorders. These healths  bnefits make Damlatas one of the most cherished caves in the region.

DIM CAVE

Dim Cave is situated on the slopes of Cebel – I Reis Mountain facing Alanya , 12 kilometres east of Alanya. It is believed to be approximately 1 billion years old and it has 2 chambers, each of which is larger than Damlatas Cave. The Dim Cave has a large, west facing mouth as well as stalactites and stalagmites and a lake at its bottom.

KADIINI CAVE

Situated at Catak locality, 15 kilometres northeast of Alanya, the Kadiini Cave (also known as Catak Cave) is 3 times the size of Damlatas Cave and also contains stalactites and stalagmites.

SEYIR TERASI (VANTAGE TERRACE)

For a bird’s eye view of Alanya and its environs, we recommend you visit Seyir Terasi which is located 4 kilometres from the centre , on the slopes of the Taurus Mountains. The panoramic vista from the terrace includes all the sites you have visited in Alanya and is an excellent spot to cool off in the summer evenings. There are also picnic sites dotted around the terrace.

DIM STREAM

Situated about 15 kilometres to the east of Alnaya, the Dim Stream is always full of visitors , who flock to its cool waters flowing magnificent green scenery and convenient facilities for fishing, swimming and recreation . Rafting is also available for adrenalin and adventure lovers.

SAPADERE CANYON

At the Sapadere Village of Alanya is a magnificent natural wonder; a canyon with a head elevation of 400 meters carved by the stream which is also named Sapadere. The canyon contains a waterfall and there are steel and timber high trails that facilitate walking along the route. With all its beauties, Sapadere Canyon offers the nature and adventure lovers’ enjoyable times.