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العربيةGilindire Cave (Aynalıgöl) — Mersin
Gilindire Cave (Aynalıgöl) — in Aydıncık district. A 555-metre-long stalactite cave famous for its seawater lake dating back to the Ice Age; a registered natural monument. Google Maps rating 4.8 (5704 reviews).
About
Gilindire Cave lies inside a cliff perpendicular to the sea, near Sancak Point in Aydıncık. The cave, found by shepherds in 1999, was formed in the last Ice Age when the sea level was about 100 metres lower than today; when the sea rose, the lake at its base filled with salt water and was named 'Aynalıgöl' (Mirror Lake) for its mirror-like reflection.
In the 555-metre-long cave, a steel walkway leads among very well-preserved stalactites, stalagmites and columns; the lake descends to a depth of 47 metres and is also important for cave diving. The interior is highly humid and cool all year. It is a registered natural monument; entry is ticketed and visits are guided.
Practical Information
Practical information
| District | Aydıncık |
|---|---|
| Best season | Year-round; the interior temperature is constant |
| Transit | 8 km to Aydıncık; Sancak Burnu turnoff from the Mersin–Antalya coastal road |
Entrance fee information is not published by the source, so it is not stated; confirm with the relevant institution before your visit.
Visiting Hours
Visiting hours
| Day / source | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00-17:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00-17:00 |