Nature / Natural monument
Asarlık Tepeler Natural Monument
Nallıhan, Ankara
Cuesta hills northwest of Nallıhan formed by the erosion of clay layers of varying resistance; a natural monument registered in 1994.
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Its story
The Asarlık Hills lie in the Asarlık area within the boundaries of Danişment and Uzunöz villages, about 24 kilometers from the Nallıhan district center. The hills are one of the rare examples of cuesta (half-slope) geomorphology, formed by the erosion over centuries of clay and sedimentary layers of differing hardness. The roughly 52-hectare area was registered as a natural monument on 22 August 1994 for its scientific and visual value. The layered slopes are striking for their color gradations, which stand out especially at sunrise and sunset. The site has no visitor infrastructure and can be visited on the same day as the Nallıhan Bird Paradise.
Key facts
- Area
- About 52 ha
- Admission
- Free (open area)
- Getting there
- About 24 km from Nallıhan, Danişment–Uzunöz village road
- Visit duration
- 1 hour
- Protection status
- Natural Monument (1994)
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
- Quiet
Location
40.31722, 31.41389
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asarl%C4%B1k_Hills | https://www.tarimorman.gov.tr/DKMP/Menu/29/Tabiat-Anitlari | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=40.31722&mlon=31.41389#map=17/40.31722/31.41389