Aydincik – Beaches and Attractions Top 4 Places
Places to visit and beaches in Aydincik district. One of the best places to see here is the Gilindire cave. It is one of the best caves in Turkey. Also, Aydincik beach is very beautiful for swimming. Aydincik nature park, which is also nearby, is also good for relaxing in nature, having a picnic or swimming in the sea. Also, this is a campground.
Aydincik district of Mersin is a beautiful district located on the Mediterranean coast. Compared to crowded holiday regions such as Antalya, districts such as Aydincik are much quieter places.
NOTE Gilindire Cave: It is a rather large cave. To reach the bottom of the cave, you will have to do a challenging hike. That’s why you should choose suitable shoes. Also, if you have a disease or have trouble walking, my advice is not to enter. The cafe located at the place where the cave is is very nice to relax. It also has fresh air and a very beautiful view.
Gilindire Cave (Gilindere Mağarası) in Mersin Aydincik
It is also known as Aynalıgöl cave among the people.Gilindire Cave is approximately 7.5 km from the center of Aydincik. You can go to the cave by boats departing from Aydincik, or by using the Antalya – Mersin road.
In the past, it was difficult to go down into the cave. However, you can easily enter the cave with the steel ladder built. Covering an area of 107 hectares, the entrance of Gilindire Cave is 46 meters above sea level. The cave, with a length of 555 meters and a span of 22 meters, is a horizontally developed polygenic-fossilized cave type.
There are many stalactites and stalagmites in the Gilindire Cave. At the same time, there are columns, walls, curtain drip stones, cave pillars and leaking stones that divide the cave into rooms. As a result of the research carried out in the Gilindire Cave, which was found by a shepherd in 1999, a lake was found 450 meters from the entrance. The water in the first 12 meters of the lake, which has never been affected by today’s conditions and remains as clean as the first day, is brackish and the other parts are salty. The most beautiful place of the cave is where this lake is located.
Kelenderis ancient city (Kalenderis Antik Kenti)
Although it is not known exactly who built it or in what year, according to historians, it is thought that the god Sandon built it in the 8th century. The ancient city of Kelenderis is in ruins today as it has been exposed to attacks for a long time. There are many pieces that reflect the integrity of the ancient city of Kelenderis. Harbor bath, Necropolis and Theatre.
Aydincik Beach (Aydıncık Sahili)
Aydincik Beach, located in the town center, is one of the most preferred beaches by the locals. You can easily reach by walking. Aydincik Beach, which attracts attention with its clear and blue clean sea water, is especially suitable for families with children. The fact that the sea is shallow and does not deepen quickly is a very important issue in terms of security.
There are restaurants, sun loungers and umbrella rental places around the beach. You can also stay in hotels and pensions located around the beach. Aydincik is a region where scuba diving can be done. Since Aydincik Beach is a public beach, there is no entrance fee.
Aydincik Nature Park (Aydıncık Tabiat Parkı)
Aydincik Nature Park, located right next to the beach, is quite calm. It is one of the most beautiful places in Mersin for walking. There are camping units in the park for those who come with a caravan or tent. If you have joined your journey with a caravan or set off with your tent, if you want to discover the beauties of the sea and the forest, you can camp here.
