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Kocain Cave, Natural monument cave in Ahırtaş village, Turkey

Located in Antalya Province, Kocain Cave extends 633 meters underground with two large chambers reaching heights of 80 meters in the main gallery.

Scientists from Ankara University initiated systematic surveys of the cave in 1946, followed by the first speleological exploration with French researchers in 1972.

Twenty-nine inscriptions found within the cave indicate its function as a religious site during the Early Christian period through the Byzantine era.

The cave remains dark beyond the first 400 meters, requiring visitors to bring strong flashlights or headlamps for proper exploration of the formations.

The entrance measures 75 meters in width and 20 meters in height, making it the largest cave opening in Turkey.

Inception: 2013

GPS coordinates: 37.23263,30.71127

Latest update: March 13, 2025 20:58

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