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العربيةYerköprü Waterfall — Mersin
Yerköprü Waterfall — in Mut district. A registered natural monument waterfall gushing out of a travertine tunnel on the Göksu River; famous for its turquoise pool. Google Maps rating 4.6 (912 reviews).
About
Yerköprü Waterfall pours from the mouth of a travertine tunnel about 250 metres long, formed by the Göksu River over millions of years, near the Evren (Geçimli) village of Mut. The water passes through the limestone mass and falls from about 30 metres into a turquoise pool; the formation takes its name, meaning 'natural bridge', from this travertine tunnel.
The area, registered as a natural monument, is among photographers' favourite spots with the pool into which the waterfall pours and the rock formations around it. Swimming in the pool is appealing for those who like cold water, but caution is needed against the current. Its flow is at its highest in spring; the water may decrease in late summer.
Practical Information
Practical information
| District | Mut |
|---|---|
| Best season | April–June (peak flow period) |
| Transit | 35 km to Mut; the Evren village turnoff from the Mut–Ermenek road, the last section unpaved |
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 | 08:30-17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30-17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30-17:00 |
| Friday | 08:30-17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:30-17:00 |
| Sunday | 08:30-17:00 |
Location & Directions
Also Nearby
Alahan Monastery
An early Byzantine monastery from the 5th century on a slope overlooking the Göksu Valley; on the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list.
Open pageGöksu River and Delta
A river rising in Toroslar, flowing through Silifke and reaching Akdeniz; the bird sanctuary in its delta is an important nature area.
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