Tuzla Monastery Bay (Kamil Abdus Lake Area)

What to expect on site

About

Located in the Tuzla district of İstanbul, this natural area is ideal for picnics and bird watching.

Outdoor experience

Experience

Nature and Recreation Area

Kamil Abdus Lake and its surroundings along the Tuzla coastline is a protected wetland frequented by migratory birds. Visitors can easily find picnic trails via the Map section. This ecosystem represents an important costal stop in Türkiye.

Offering a green sanctuary within İstanbul, it provides great paths for tracking and photography.

Practical notes before you go

Visit

Type: Picnic area
Tip: Leave no trace and follow local park guidelines.

Related places around here

Nearby

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Forest

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Forest

Tuzla Akfirat Forested Area

The forested texture in the Akfirat locality, situated in the northern countryside of Tuzla district, is the most important green belt of the area. It contains rare maquis and oak communities in southeast İstanbul .

Natural pools

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Natural pools

Tuzla Healing Thermal Spring

The healing mineral springs located close to the center of Tuzla district are natural water basins with high mineral content. It is one of the oldest known natural thermal sources in İstanbul .