Atatürk Silhouette (Karadag Mountains)
Mountain Atatürk Silhouette (Karadag Mountains)

Atatürk Silhouette (Karadag Mountains)

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What makes this place unique

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The Atatürk silhouette, which naturally occurs every year on the ridges of the Karadag Mountains in the Damal district, is among the most important geographical formations in Ardahan.

Terrain, waters and landscape

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Every year in June and July, the shadow formed by the sun's rays hitting the slopes of the Karadag Mountains reveals a clear silhouette of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. This natural phenomenon within Damal leads to international festivals in the region. Visitors flock to the area to observe this unique geographical sight and can locate it via the Map. It is one of the most famous mountainous features of Ardahan.

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