Lake Nar

#437 among destinations in Turkey

Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

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Lake Nar is a brackish lake situated on the borderline between Aksaray Province and Niğde Province of central Turkey. It is around 21 metres deep and 0.7 square kilometres in area. The lake basin formed as a result of volcanic activity; specifically it is classed as a maar lake. There is still geothermal activity in the area, which has given rise to hot springs around the lake. In recent years, the geothermal waters have been pumped up to nearby hotels for use in their hot baths. ()

Alternative names: Average depth: 69 ftElevation: 4491 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 38°20'24"N, 34°27'24"E

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Lake Nar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Göllü Dağ, Güzelyurt.

7.4 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Göllü Dağ
190 min walk • Göllü is a lava dome located in central Turkey. The volcano has produced rhyolite, dacite and basalt. The lavas have been dated at 1.33 to 0.84 million years by fission track dating of obsidian. The dome lies above the Tertiary Derinkuyu caldera.
6.3 miSW
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Güzelyurt
162 min walk • One of the main attractions of Güzelyurt is the stunning Ihlara Valley, a deep gorge with a winding river that is flanked by towering cliffs and lush vegetation. Visitors can hike along the valley floor and explore the ancient rock-cut churches and cave dwellings that...