Coast and water / Lagoon
Akyatan Lagoon
Karataş, Adana
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One of Türkiye's largest lagoons; an important wildlife area for flamingos and green sea turtles.
Safety warning
This is a protected area; do not drive onto the beach during the nesting season, and take precautions against mosquitoes.
Its story
Akyatan is a large saltwater lagoon connected to the sea in the Seyhan delta, protected as a Wildlife Development Area. In winter, thousands of waterbirds, flamingos and migratory species stop here. The beaches separating the lagoon from the sea are among the important nesting grounds of endangered green sea turtles.
Key facts
- Best time
- November–March (birdwatching)
- Getting there
- West of Karataş, Tuzla road
- Visit duration
- Half a day
Trip purpose
- Seasonal
- Photography
- Quiet
Location
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36.63660, 35.25510
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akyatan_Lagoon | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4702037