Gebere Recreation Area – Kırkpınar – Taşlıca – Niğde
The character of the route:
The route, which starts from the Gebere Dam in the Uzandı Valley, a place frequented by nature enthusiasts, passes the charming Anatolian villages with a comfortable drive. After 8 km, the route, which proceeds on relatively straight paths, ends in the city center of Niğde, which attracts explorers with its historical texture.
Notes to Travelers:
• You can try fun activities and toys in the Gebere Recreation Area.
• You can visit the old Mosques in Kırkpınar and Taşlıca Villages and take pleasant photos in these cute villages.
• You can take impressive photos at the famous Cullaz Street of Niğde and the Seljuk heritage Alaaddin Mosque (active since 1223 AD) and visit the Niğde Castle in the heart of the city.
• You can photograph the Gündoğdu Tomb and the tomb that Hüdavend Hatun had built for her in Niğde in 1312. Hüdavend Hatun Tomb is an original architectural work without precedent or repetition. It has achieved a sense of integrity by integrating images and symbols from the common ancient cultures of the Anatolian Seljuks and Mongols with its age's technical and artistic features with a brand new interpretation and style.
Connected Routes:
Yeşilburç – Taşlıca – Hançerli – Küçükköy – Koyunlu – Fertek
Recommended For:
Designed for active vacation-loving families and explorer cyclists who are just starting on the trails.