Sazlidere Reservoir Lake

What makes this place unique

About

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

Terrain, waters and landscape

Waters

Sazlidere Reservoir Lake constitutes the most prominent water body of Başakşehir's geography. Formed by damming the Sazlidere stream, this lake offers a scenic view combined with the rugged terrain around it. The exact location of the lake, which provides suitable environments for amateur fishing and nature photography, can be accessed via the Harita section.

The shoreline of the lake is meticulously protected within the framework of dam conservation basin laws across Türkiye.

Practical notes before you go

Visit

Type: Lakes
Tip: Respect local safety rules around water and seasonal access.

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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.

Plain

Hosdere Plain

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

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.