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Description
Aladağlar National Park (Turkish: Aladağlar Milli Parkı)) is a national park in southern Turkey. It got its name ''Ala-Daglar'' (Crimson-Mountains) because of the color of the rusty hills that are most noticeable at sunset. The Aladag mountains cover an area of 55,065 ha at an average elevation of 3,500 m. The area is also known as the The Alps of Turkey, It is one of the most popular places for mountaineering, hiking and trekking in Turkey. But also a great destination for birdwatching. Among the special birds you can see here are Urkeklik, Sürmeli dağbülbülü, Alamecek, Kar serçesi, Sakallı akbaba, Kara iskete and Duvar Tırmaşık Kuşu.
Details
Access
The Aladag Mountains are located between the cities of Niğde, Adana and Kayseri. You can reach the area by rental car or bus.
Terrain and Habitat
Mountain , Canyon/cliff , Steppe , River , City/village , AgricultureConditions
Mountainous , Rocky , SlipperyCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
YesGood birding season
All year round , Spring , Summer , AutumnBest time to visit
Spring , AutumnRoute
Wide pathDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
Car , FootBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
I run Ozsafak Pension in the area and I can help you to see all species. Go to my website (see the link below)or mail me at: ozsafak@hotmail.com