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Koprulu Canyon
National Park
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Northeast of Antalya, at the turn off for Tasagil and
Beskonak, is the scenic route that leads to the Koprulu Canyon
National Park. The twisting road crisscrosses over mountain
streams and passes through virgin forests. It is often a slow
drive as the view at every turn is more beautiful than the
last. The park, 92km from Antalya, is a valley of wild beauty
rich in flora and fauna. The canyon stretches for 14 km along
the Kopru River and is 400 meters deep in some places. Fish
restaurants dot the rest areas. The Roman Oluk Bridge, which
spans the canyon, and the Bugrum Bridge over the Kocadere
stream, are engineering feats of antiqulty. From this park you
can make two possible excursions to the ancient city of Selge
and to the Dedegol Mountains. Dedegol Mountains, the highest
peak in this mountain range rises to 2,992 meters.
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Koprulu Canyon |

Rafting, Koprulu River
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