A Place Bearing Traces of the First Human: Karain Cave

Wherever you go in Antalya, you encounter natural and historical beauty. Among these beauties, caves stand out. One of the most famous caves in this tourist paradise is Karain Cave. Located in the village of Yagca in the Dosemealti district of Antalya, Karain Cave is just 27 kilometers away from the city center. This cave carries many traces of ancient times. All these traces are exhibited in a museum located near the cave for visitors. Other traces of life in the cave are exhibited in the Antalya Museum.

A Settlement for Centuries

Karain Cave, one of the largest natural caves in Turkey, hosts many tourists from different countries. The cave's altitude above sea level ranges from 430 to 450 meters, while its altitude above the Antalya plain is 150 meters. Formed from three rocky caves, this cave holds great historical significance. The history of Karain Cave is so ancient that it dates back to the very beginning of humanity. It is here that traces of the first human were found. This cave, particularly important from the perspective of Anatolian and Near Eastern history, has been under excavation since 1946. As a result of the excavations, it was determined that this place was inhabited about 500,000 years ago. Therefore, this place has the characteristics of a Paleolithic center. Traces of settlements from different historical epochs - Paleolithic, Neolithic, Chalcolithic, Early Bronze Age, and Classical Age - have been discovered here. The cave also has rooms, and images on its exterior walls indicate that it was used as a dwelling. Karain Cave, also showing signs of a temple, was included in UNESCO's Temporary World Heritage List in 1994. Work is ongoing to include the cave in the main list.

How to Get to Karain Cave?

Karain Cave is located in the northwest of Antalya. To get here, drive along the Antalya-Burdur road, then turn towards the village of Yagca. You will then see a sign for Karain Cave. You can also reach it by public transport. However, it is most convenient to come by your own car. If you don't have your own car or don't want to drive, you can rent a car with a driver.

Karain Cave is open for visits every day from 8 am to 5 pm.

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