Jerkepryu waterfall (in Turkish: Yerköprü şelesi): a treasure hidden in the Cretaceous rocks of Turkey.
Not far from the province of Mersin, in Turkey, a real natural masterpiece is hidden - the Jerkepryu waterfall, included in the list of protected natural monuments. The name translated as the "earthen bridge" only hints at the beauty that awaits you in this secluded corner. Located north of the village of Kuskan, not far from Gulnar and Muta, the waterfall seems to emerge from the depths of chalk rocks, the age of which has about 110 million years.
The path to the waterfall itself is an adventure. After the recent landslide, the road to him was rebuilt, and now visitors descend to the miracle of nature along a winding wooden staircase, which has 184 steps, descending from the bridge over the crystal clean stream of Ermenec - the tributary of the Göksu River. This descent is already an anticipation of beauty, which opens from the bridge - an exciting panoramic view of the canyon.
Yerkepreu is not just a waterfall, it is a whole ecosystem. Water, originating in an underground tunnel with a length of about 250 meters, seeps through limestone breeds, enriched with minerals and creating truly a fantastic color of water. Its water does not just turn down: from a height of 30 meters, it flows through a thousand -year -old stalactites covered with moss.
The park around the waterfall is a riot of greenery, winding paths and clean air. Numerous gazebos invite to rest, and springs to refreshment. Silence and peace reign here, violated only by the rustle of foliage and the murmur of water.
What awaits you in Yerkepre:
- Exciting views: photos will not be able to convey all the beauty of this place!
- Soligence: there are relatively few tourists here, which adds charm to this place.
- Walks: The winding paths of the park are ideal for unhurried walks.
- Picnic: arbors and clean air have a pleasant vacation in nature.
- Symbolic entrance fee: Available to everyone!
- Parking and toilet: everything is provided for your convenience.
Tips for travelers:
- Take enough water (although there are springs), a snack and a camera.
- Dress easily, but cover your shoulders and head from the sun.
- Do not take young children - a long descent can be too complicated for them.
- You can’t swim in the waterfall - enjoy beauty from the shore!
Yerkepreu is a place where nature demonstrates its unsurpassed power and beauty. These are 10 out of 10 points on the scale of unforgettable impressions!
