Bığbığ Ivy

Bığbığ Ivy is a protected climbing plant in the Meydan Yaylası region, representing one of the oldest specimens of its kind in the area. The plant grows along sloped terrain at a highland elevation and occupies a designated monitored zone.

The ivy was officially registered as a natural monument in 1994, with origins tracing back approximately four thousand years. Official protection transformed it into a documented part of Turkey's natural heritage.

The ivy holds meaning for locals as a living link to Turkey's natural heritage that has endured through centuries. Visitors come to witness a plant that represents the region's commitment to preserving its ecological treasures.

The site sits at highland elevation within a controlled area that is accessible to visitors. Those planning a visit should expect sloped terrain and mountain conditions in the surrounding landscape.

The ivy is part of a select group of approximately 112 protected natural monuments in Turkey, reflecting its exceptional status. It ranks among the oldest documented climbing plants in the region and receives careful monitoring.

Inception: 1994

GPS coordinates: 37.52972,35.37639

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:04