Turkey's Top Waterfalls: 18 Natural Wonders for Adventure Seekers
Turkey is a country that boasts a rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and natural wonders that will take your breath away. Among the many natural wonders that Turkey has to offer, its waterfalls stand out as some of the most spectacular. From the thundering power of the Düden Waterfalls to the tranquil beauty of the Manavgat Waterfalls, Turkey's waterfalls offer something for every nature lover. In this article, we will explore 18 of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring natural waterfalls in Turkey, each with its own unique charm and character. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time visitor to Turkey, these waterfalls are not to be missed. So pack your bags, grab your camera, and get ready to experience the wonder of Turkey's natural waterfalls.
1. Manavgat Waterfall
Located 3 km north of Manavgat and taking its name from this district, the waterfall occurs when river waters fall from a cliff of 3-4 m. Although it pours from a small height, it flows with a high flow rate over a wide area.
There are suitable picnic areas around the waterfall for those who want to get away from the noise of the city and be alone with nature. The surrounding restaurants also offer the opportunity to eat fresh fish.
2. Duden Waterfalls
Duden Waterfall, which attracts tourists from all over the world, is 8 km from Antalya city center. it is far away. There is also a cave at the waterfall. This cave makes the waterfall more beautiful. Duden Waterfall shows its beauty to people once again by pouring another beauty into the Mediterranean Sea from Lara 10 km after this cave.
3. Yerköprü Waterfall
It is located in the Hadim district of Konya, 110 km from the center of Konya and 60 km from Karaman. It is a famous waterfall located on the Göksu River. If you go, you can have a nice picnic and buy fruits from the villagers.
4. Erfelek Waterfalls
It is known as Erfelek Waterfalls or Tatlıca team waterfalls. It has 28 separate waterfalls, large and small. It is about 10 km away from Erfelek and 45 km away from Sinop.
5. Tortum Waterfall
It is located in the Tortum district of Erzurum. It falls from a width of 22 meters and a height of 48 meters. The falling waters create a rainbow on top and a huge giant cauldron on the bottom. In addition, this lake is a natural monument. In the area where the waterfall is located, there is a picnic area for visitors and a Viewing Balcony on the stairs that go down immediately below the waterfall.
6. Girlevik Waterfall
It is located 14 km from Erzincan. There are picnic areas and restaurants on site. Go, see, find peace.
7. Darende Günpınar Waterfall
Günpınar Waterfall is located about 10 km west of Darende District of Malatya Province. The Günpınar Stream flows from a very high place. For this reason, it makes a fairly fast flow between the rocks after decoupling from its source. The distance of the water from the outlet to the ground is about 40 - 45 meters. The flow of water from this distance and the moment of falling to the ground are worth watching.
8. Saklikent Waterfall
It is 40 km away from Düzce. There are picnics, a promenade and a trout fishing facility in the area.
9. Kapuzbaşı Waterfalls
Kapuzbaşı Waterfalls are about 80 km from Yahyali district of Kayseri. it is located at a distance of and is located within the boundaries of Aladağlar National Park. The most important feature is that it is poured down as it comes out of the source. A natural wonder that you will never regret seeing.
10. Kurşunlu Waterfall
The waterfall located 24 km beyond the Antalya-Isparta highway is poured from a height of 18 meters and 7 small ponds are connected with small waterfalls. Kurşunlu Waterfall is located in a 2-kilometer canyon. The waterfall and picnic area cover an area of 33 hectares.
11. Ilica Waterfall
Pınarbaşı is located within the boundaries of Ilica Village and is 12 km away. From the village of Ilica, the path takes half an hour on foot from the road. The water is being poured from a height of about 10 meters, and a pool has naturally formed where this water is poured.
If you want to swim in the calm pool formed at the bottom of the waterfall flowing like in the movies, this is the place for you :)
12. Suuçtu Waterfall
It is a waterfall that is located 18 km away from the Mustafakemalpaşa district of Bursa province and meets the drinking water needs of the district, pouring from a height of 38 meters. This area, which is a cool relaxation area under the shade of beech, oak, pine trees, is a promenade that is very popular with picnickers thanks to the wooden picnic tables and January beds around it.
13. Kırk Merdiven Waterfalls
Located in the Ovacik district of Tunceli, the waterfall is located on the slopes of the Munzur Mountains, descending to the Coral Valley. It consists of several waterfalls flowing in a narrow and small valley. Forty Stairs Waterfalls, which offer interesting and attractive visual richness with the abundance of water, natural environment and landscape features, is one of the first stopping places on the route to the highlands north of Ovacik.
14. Palovit Waterfall
Rize is one of the natural beauties within the waterfall Kaçkar mountains national park located in Çamlıhemşin. The waterfall that starts after passing the Zilkale ruin is 15 meters high.
15. Tomara Waterfall
Tomara Waterfall, which is located within the boundaries of Seydibaba Village connected to the Shiran District of Gümüşhane, is located 25 kilometers from Shiran. The entire water source comes out from underground from the part where the waterfall is located. Although the surrounding area of the waterfall consists of steep slopes, it is also used as a picnic area by the surrounding people.
16. Sudüşen Waterfall
It is a waterfall between the samanlı mountains on the borders of Yalova. It is preferred for nature walks and is a place frequented by cycling lovers. They say that if you have friends who like to ride bicycles, it's not so difficult to go.
17. Maselevat Waterfall
This waterfall is also in Çamlıhemşin. There are even two other waterfalls close to this. Their names are also Eğrisu and Çopuri. There are so many waterfalls in the Rize and Artvin region, it seems to people that the trip does not end :)
18. Muradiye Waterfall
It is located on the Bend-i Mahi Stream, 10 km from Muradiye district. The place of birth is Tendürek mountain, an extinct volcanic mountain. Although it does not fall from too high, it has a pleasant appearance. Muradiye Waterfall decays from a height ranging between 15-20 meters. It is a promenade place that is in demand by the public with its suspension bridge and natural beauty. In winter, it freezes and turns into a complete natural wonder. It is located on the Doğubeyazıt-Van highway. It is 86 km away from the city center.
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