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Castles and Waterfalls: Adana's Historical and Natural Wonders Route

Anavarza Ancient City

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Akören Ancient City is one of Adana's historical treasures. This ancient city, with its structures reflecting traces of the Roman and Eastern Roman periods, captivates visitors. With its stone carvings, ancient roads, and ruins, Akören offers a journey back in time and is a site worth exploring for history and archaeology enthusiasts. The city, nestled within nature, presents a blend of both historical and natural beauty.

Kozan Castle

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Located in the center of the Kozan district, the castle is on a steep limestone hill overlooking the plain. One of the oldest castles in the region Kozan Castle (Kozan Kalesi) has 44 towers and bastions built in two groups. It has become an important center for the Christian world due to the baptismal oil extraction ceremonies held here every 3 years. Menengiç Coffee made in Kozan Castle has a unique taste.

Küp Waterfalls

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Küp Waterfalls (Küp Şelaleleri), consisting of 10 waterfalls, 37 km away from Aladağ district, with its forests covered in different colors in every season, the view of ice flowing water and the enchanting atmosphere where bird sounds are mixed, attract nature lovers.

Akören Archaeological Site

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Akören Ancient City is one of the historical riches of Adana. This ancient city draws attention with its structures bearing traces from the Roman and East Roman periods. Akören, which takes its visitors back to the past with its stone carvings, ancient roads and ruins, is a place worth exploring for history and archaeology enthusiasts. The city offers both historical and natural beauties together with its location intertwined with nature.