Tortum Şelalesi


Especially in May when it's at full power, this wide, impressive waterfall is well worth the 600m detour off the D950 for those driving between Yusufeli and Erzurum. The parking area leads through to a teahouse-cafe, at the top of which two arcs of stairway lead down great views (and photo opportunities) of the falls from either side.


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