Kız Tepesi Tabiat Anıtı
Covering an area of 542 hectares in the Nallıhan district of Ankara, the Kız Tepesi Natural Monument was placed under protection in 2019 for its colorful soil structure. The brown and red tones arose from the oxidation of iron minerals, while the gray and dark gray tones were born of organic material deposited on an old lake bed. This riot of color turns the area into a veritable open-air palette for photographers. Presenting thick sedimentary sequences of an ancient lake, the natural monument is a valuable geological heritage that sheds light on the climate, tectonic movements, and living life of past eras; it has been the subject of numerous scientific studies by domestic and foreign researchers. The area is adjacent to the Nallıhan Bird Paradise and hosts endemic halophytic steppe plants such as Beysümbülü, Koca Soda, and Öldürgen. Reached by private vehicle, the natural monument is 109 km from the center of Ankara and 27 km from Nallıhan. The area is accessed via the Akçabayır road, which branches off the Ankara-Nallıhan (D140) highway at the Kaya Burnu locality.
What's Offered
Soil
Mountain
Valley
Parking
Wildlife
Safe Area
Mobile Signal
Historic Building
Activities
Nature Tour
Trekking
PhotographyWarnings & Important Information
Free entry.
No market or grocery store.
No electricity.
May not be wheelchair accessible.
No hot water or showers.
No toilets.
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Kız Tepesi Tabiat Anıtı
Davutoğlan Mahallesi Akçabayır, Nallıhan, Ankara
Covering an area of 542 hectares in the Nallıhan district of Ankara, the Kız Tepesi Natural Monument was placed under protection in 2019 for its colorful soil structure. The brown and red tones arose from the oxidation of iron minerals, while the gray and dark gray tones were born of organic material deposited on an old lake bed. This riot of color turns the area into a veritable open-air palette for photographers. Presenting thick sedimentary sequences of an ancient lake, the natural monument is a valuable geological heritage that sheds light on the climate, tectonic movements, and living life of past eras; it has been the subject of numerous scientific studies by domestic and foreign researchers. The area is adjacent to the Nallıhan Bird Paradise and hosts endemic halophytic steppe plants such as Beysümbülü, Koca Soda, and Öldürgen. Reached by private vehicle, the natural monument is 109 km from the center of Ankara and 27 km from Nallıhan. The area is accessed via the Akçabayır road, which branches off the Ankara-Nallıhan (D140) highway at the Kaya Burnu locality.
What's Offered
- Soil
- Mountain
- Valley
- Parking
- Wildlife
- Safe Area
- Mobile Signal
- Historic Building
Activities
Nature TourTrekkingPhotographyWarnings & Important Information
Free entry.
No market or grocery store.
No electricity.
May not be wheelchair accessible.
No hot water or showers.
No toilets.
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to write one!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kız Tepesi Tabiat Anıtı?
Kız Tepesi Tabiat Anıtı is located in Nallıhan, Ankara (İç Anadolu).
Is Kız Tepesi Tabiat Anıtı free?
Yes, Kız Tepesi Tabiat Anıtı is free and open to the public.
What facilities does Kız Tepesi Tabiat Anıtı offer?
Facilities such as Parking, Wildlife, Safe Area, Mobile Signal, Historic Building are available.
What are the opening hours of Kız Tepesi Tabiat Anıtı?
Opening hours: Daily 00:00 - 24:00.
What activities are available around Kız Tepesi Tabiat Anıtı?
Activities such as Nature Tour, Trekking, Photography are possible.
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Entrance fees and area details are based on public national park records of the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. Text and presentation belong to Obania. Last updated: July 19, 2026.