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.
