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Bey Mountains

Bey Mountains
Bey Mountains are the extended part of the Taurus mountains, ranging from north to south parallel to the Antalya Gulf.
Teke, Bakir Mountain, Tahtali Mountain and Kizlar Sivrisi are the most outstanding summits. The highest one is the Kizlar Sivrisi reaching 3069 m.
The weather is clear in 300 days of a year in the area and it takes one day to reach the summit. Seeing Antalya City and the Mediterranean view from the summit is enough to make you forget your exhaustion of climbing. If you sacrifice from your sleep and catch the sunrise here you would withness a fascinating event.
If you are willing to try paragliding here is the right place to find a fine weather and enjoy the beautiful views. Also Bey Mountain is an important climbing and winter tourism center.


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