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Camuşlu Rock Paintings

Kağızman, Kars

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An archaeological site around the village of Camuşlu in Kağızman, known for settlement traces going back to the Lower Paleolithic and paintings carved on the rocks.

Safety warning

It is a rural, rocky area; signs and paths may be limited, so get directions in the village. Do not touch the rock paintings. Be careful at the foot of slopes because of landslides and falling rocks.

Its story

The area around the village of Camuşlu in the Kağızman district contains the district's oldest known traces of settlement. Lower Paleolithic tools made of volcanic material and various rock paintings have been identified here. The site, about 37–39 km from Kars and 24 km from Kağızman, also stands out for its cliffs rising within a wide landscape. Taking time to find the figures on the rock surfaces and, if possible, going with someone who knows the area makes the trip more rewarding. The nearby village of Çukurayva, with its wide valley views, can also be added to the journey.

Key facts

Period
Lower Paleolithic and later
Admission
Open area
Getting there
24 km from Kağızman, Camuşlu village
Visit duration
1–2 hours

Trip purpose

  • Photography
  • Quiet
  • Hiking

Location

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40.22297, 42.92366

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://goturkiye.com/kars/see | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camu%C5%9Flu,_Ka%C4%9F%C4%B1zman | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q139433402