The Ala Dag - Climbs and Treks in Turkey’s Crimson Mountains

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Paperback - PVC

Published

1 Jan 1993

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First

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9781852841126

ISBN (10)

1852841125

Size

17.2 x 11.6 x 1.5cm

Weight

340g

Pages

288

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5 plus route diagrams

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1 Jan 1993

The Ala Dag

Climbs and Treks in Turkey’s Crimson Mountains by Omer Tuzel

Guide to walking, trekking and climbing in the Turkish mountains of the Ala Dag, which consist of five main valley systems, each narrow and steep sided with hanging valleys. Covers climbs, walks and treks in the Cimbar and Kayacik valleys; the Yedi Göl, the Emli and Siyirma valleys; and the Kokorot and Kara Göl valleys. More...

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Seasons

Best from mid-July until mid-September for rock climbing. January to March for winter climbing. Read More... Late May and June for trekking.

Centres

Adana, Kayseri and Nigde are the main starting points. Nearest international airport is Adana; Read More... Kayseri has a regional airport.

Difficulty

All grades of climbing, but mainly very remote. Treks mainly moderate.

Must See

North Face of Koca Sarp, Lahit Kaya and Kaldi; Alpine skiing on virgin slopes; evening panoramas Read More... from your tent.

The Turkish mountains of the Ala Dag consist of five main valley systems. Each valley is narrow and steep sided with lots of hanging valleys. All have stunning walks and exciting climbs, and this guide describes them in detail for the first time for English-speaking walkers.

The guide is divided into four sections, each with a comprehensive introduction - The Cimbar and Kayacik valleys; the Yedi Göl; the Emli and Siyirma valleys; the Kokorot and Kara Göl valleys. In addition there are complete notes on access to the regions, the geology, the history, etc.

The Ala Dag is sure to become a popular region with mountaineers. Easily accessible, it still has an expeditionary feel about it.