Nature / Forest
Beynam Forest
Balâ, Ankara
A relict forest of mainly black pine and oak surviving amid the steppe about 50 km south of Ankara; with its picnic areas, one of the capital's classic excursion spots.
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Its story
Beynam Forest is the surviving remnant of a forest that once covered a much larger area, and it takes its name from the nearby Beynam neighborhood. It was declared a protection forest in 1966 and, in 1978, designated a natural protected area as one of the rare examples to have preserved its natural vegetation under the steppe conditions of Central Anatolia. The forest of about 1600 hectares is home to more than 400 plant species and many animal species, including the eastern imperial eagle. In its western part there is a recreation area with picnic units, a country restaurant, a playground and a parking lot. Mustafa Kemal Paşa is known to have spent the night of 26 December 1919 in Beynam village before entering Ankara.
Key facts
- Area
- About 1600 hectares
- Type
- Relict forest, natural protected area
- Admission
- Paid (picnic area)
- Elevation
- 1200–1521 m
- Visit duration
- Half day
Trip purpose
- Pet-friendly
- Camping
- Day trip
- Hiking
- Traveling with kids
Location
39.67124, 32.91281
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beynam_Ormanlar%C4%B1 | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bal%C3%A2 | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6095706