Kursunlu
Antalya is not only a well-known city with
sea, sun, and five-star hotels but also Antalya is a corner of paradise with lush
vegetation, greenhouses and waterfalls .
Kursunlu waterfall and natural park is only one
sample of these beauties.
Kursunlu waterfall and natural park is situated
in Aksu district of Antalya has a wide area where 100 bird species are hosted together with 7 small ponds , plant tunnels , picnic
areas , water mills and for sure the
Kursunlu waterfall.
How to go Kursunlu
waterfall
On the way to Antalya to
Alanya 17 km later you will see the junction to Kursunlu waterfalls. Follow the
way in the direction of the signs and almost 8 km later from a way among the pine
trees you will get the picnic area there
you can park your car free of charge however you will need to pay an entrace
fee for the natural park. After you pay the entrance fee you can visit all parts of the park without paying another extra cost.
A trip to the Kursunlu waterfall
Turning to the left side after the picnic
area you will be led to
a pathway among large-leaved cactus
type plants and flowers via steps. After a short walk among colorfull flowers you
will see a still running watermill you
can take a closer look to it if you are interested.
After the water mill following the pathway
will take you at the end to the Kursunlu waterfall and the cave found under the
waterfalls. It is hardly to hear talks due to the high noise of the water
however the scenery and views is unbelievable so get ready your camera to take
unforgettable moments.
The pathway which takes you to
cave continues over the pond among oleanders and leads you to a small bridge to
cross the otherside where you will see the plant tunnels , monumental huge trees
and a pond with swimming ducks on it.
When visiting the Kursunlu
waterfalls and natural park perge ancient site must also visit while it is only
2 km away from your visit.
One of the most attractive aspects of the ancient city of Perge and
Kursunlu waterfall is their close
location to Mainroad and Antalya city center. thus wherever you stay in you can easily acces to
these attractions.