Hosdere Plain — WorldGuide

What makes this place unique

About

Extending in the northwestern part of the Başakşehir district, Hosdere Plain is a small low plain formed by fluvial deposition.

Terrain, waters and landscape

Landscape

Hosdere Plain is a flat land located within the borders of Başakşehir, stretching between the surrounding rugged hills. This base land, which was highly fertile for agricultural activities in the past, is among the areas where the groundwater level in the region is high. The Harita tab can be consulted for a detailed visual map of its geographical boundaries.

The plain carries the characteristics of typical intra-valley base plains in Türkiye's Marmara basin.

Practical notes before you go

Visit

Type: Plain
Tip: Use the map to plan your route and nearby stops.

Related places around here

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Mountain

Guvercintepe Hill

Located in the southwest of the Başakşehir district, Guvercintepe Hill is a natural elevation forming one of the highest topographical points of the region.

Lakes

Sazlidere Reservoir Lake

Situated within Başakşehir , Sazlidere Reservoir Lake is an artificial lake providing drinking water to the city of Istanbul .

Plateau

Yarimburgaz Cave Slopes

The Yarimburgaz area, located within Başakşehir , features steep plateau slopes consisting of eroded limestone strata.

Forest

Shamlar Forest

Located in the Başakşehir district, Shamlar Forest is one of the major natural green lungs of the city of Istanbul with its vast pine tree areas.

Canyons

Ayazma Stream Valley

Located in the south of Başakşehir , Ayazma Stream Valley resembles a small canyon structure with its steep limestone walls and deep valley floor.

Stream

Sazlidere Stream

Flowing through the Başakşehir basin, Sazlidere Stream is one of the most important watercourses feeding Istanbul 's water resources.

Natural pools

Bahcesehir Pond

Located in the Bahcesehir area of the Başakşehir district, the pond is a natural-spring-fed water area formed by expanding an old stream bed.