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Fakıllı Cave

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Fakıllı Cave

Type(s)

Natural Cave

Registration Status

Group B Cave

Shape Elements

Stalactites, stalagmites, columns, galleries

Geological Structure

Limestone (calcareous) rocks

Location

Türkiye

Akçakoca District

Düzce Province

Western Black Sea Region

Fakıllı Cave is a natural cave located within the boundaries of Akçakoca district in Düzce province, in the Western Black Sea Region of Türkiye. The cave was formed through the action of underground waters and chemical dissolution processes. Due to its natural structure and environmental characteristics, Fakıllı Cave is among the protected natural entities.


Location and Physical Characteristics

Fakıllı Cave is situated near the center of Akçakoca district. The cave contains stalactites, stalagmites and columns formed by dripstone. Its internal structure is characterized by natural humidity levels and temperature balance.

Formation and Geological Structure

Over time, rainwater dissolved limestone bedrock, expanding voids and forming the cave system. This process played a decisive role in the development of Fakıllı Cave’s natural galleries and dripstone formations.

Protection Status

Fakıllı Cave has been officially registered by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change as a Category B natural cave. This registration aims to preserve the cave’s natural structure and ensure its sustainable use.

Tourism and Use

Fakıllı Cave is among the natural areas that can be visited under controlled conditions. It is considered part of the natural heritage and is included in cultural and nature-based tourism activities. Visits are conducted in accordance with established rules designed to protect the cave.

Bibliographies

Düzce Valiliği Çevre, Şehircilik ve İklim Değişikliği İl Müdürlüğü. “Fakıllı Mağarası’nın ‘Tabiat Varlığı-B Grubu Mağara’ Olarak Tescili Hakkında.” Accessed January 10, 2026. https://duzce.csb.gov.tr/fakilli-magarasi-nin-tabiat-varligi-b-grubu-magara-olarak-tescili-hakkinda-duyuru-440196

Düzce İl Kültür ve Turizm Müdürlüğü. "Fakıllı Mağarası." T.C. Kültür ve Turizm Bakanlığı. Accessed January 10, 2026.

Ministry of Culture and Tourism.Fakıllı Mağarası – Düzce / Akçakoca. Culture Portal. Accessed January 10, 2026. https://www.kulturportali.gov.tr/turkiye/duzce/gezilecekyer/akcakoca-fakilli-magarasi

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AuthorSümeyye YırtıcıJanuary 20, 2026 at 2:13 PM

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Contents

  • Location and Physical Characteristics

  • Formation and Geological Structure

  • Protection Status

  • Tourism and Use

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