The Canyon of the Wild

Features of the Valla Canyon

1. The most important feature of Valla Canyon is that it is the second deepest canyon on the planet. This makes it the first deepest canyon in the country.
2. The canyon is up to 100 meters deep in some parts. Crossing the canyon is difficult, long and risky.
3. In addition, lives can be lost in dangerous whirlpools. The canyon, where groups of wildlife disappeared in 2010 and 2012 and were later rescued, and where one person died, is too dangerous even for professional teams. Therefore, those who want to cross the canyon are examined to see if they have the necessary training and are given permission to cross accordingly.
4. There are more than 40 waterfalls in the canyon.
5. The canyon's cliff is an average of 1,000 meters high. Wild animals are known to live in the canyon. Predatory birds such as hawks and vultures are also found. There is a viewing terrace for those who visit the canyon.
6. Horma Canyon, which has a three-kilometer hiking trail that is unparalleled anywhere else in Turkey, is also in our district. There are also endemic plant species in the canyon. The 'Little Asian Canyon Curve' plant is found only in Horma in the world. " and so on.

How Long Has the Canyon Been Formed and Elevated?

The canyon, located within the Globe Mountains National Park, was formed by the Devrekani River eroding the Globe Mountains. With a height of 800-1200 meters, this canyon is the second deepest canyon in the world. It's a canyon. It is 12 km long.

How do you get to Valla Canyon?

Valla Canyon, located in the village of Muratbashi, is 25 km away from the district where it is located. After reaching the village of Muratpaşa, you will continue about five kilometers and come to the Valla neighborhood, which gives the canyon its name. You can try public transportation or car rental from the city center to get to the Valla neighborhood. It's not very easy to get to. Especially with public transportation, it can be a waste of time. But you can provide transportation in your own vehicle, even camp around the canyon. After the Valla neighborhood, it is possible to reach the Valla Canyon and the viewing terrace by continuing along the road through the forest.

How open is Valla Canyon?

Valla Canyon is included in the Globe Mountains National Park. The canyon between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. You can visit between 00 and 22 in the evening. You can visit at 00:00. It's open seven days a week.

Permission is required to visit Valla Canyon. However, permission is not required to view the canyon from the viewing terrace. It is possible to watch from the canyon's viewing terrace every day of the week until sunset.

What are the local dishes of Kastamonu?

The dishes typical of Kastamonu include many flavors such as meat bread, banduma, well kebab, fig filling, siez bulgur rice, sour rice, simit tiridi, crack dessert, milking, uryani flour, potato paste, Inebolu simidi.

Is it possible to hike in Valla Canyon?

Valla Canyon is among the deepest and most difficult canyons in the world. It is forbidden to cross this canyon, which is 12 kilometers long, without a professional guide. During their nearly two-day journey, those attempting to cross the canyon must be accompanied by a guide to avoid the natural traps inside and to complete their journey safely. With this information in mind, we strongly recommend that nature sports enthusiasts apply to the appropriate places.

When was Valla Canyon discovered?

In 1994, it was discovered as a result of the disappearance of four students from Istanbul Technical University who came here to visit and fourteen days later left the district of Jide, another district of Kastamonu. This canyon has been called a wild paradise and has attracted many visitors.

Who used to live in Kastamonu?

The site of Kastamonu, known to be an ancient settlement, BC. The 18th century. The year. It became the home of the Gas, over time. The Hittites, the Phrygians, the Cimmerians, the Lydians, the Persians, the Pontusans, the Romans and the Byzantines. It's been taken over.