Places to visit
Things to do in Kandıra
11 destinations, each with a description, how long it takes and where it sits on the map.
In short
toroti’s catalogue holds 11 described destinations within Kandıra, Kocaeli. The themes that come up most: Local culture, Coast, History.
Kerpe
Kerpe is a small settlement on the western Black Sea coast, connected to Kandıra district of Kocaeli. You can reach Kerpe by passing through dense pine forests stretching all the way to the sea. Its ancient name was Kalpe, and it is an old and important place dating back to the fifth century BC.
45 minutes
Kerpe Seyrek
Kandıra’s shores in Kocaeli are truly a place to visit and see, and even to live in if circumstances allow, with their interesting rock formations, small coves and forest texture. Kandıra’s shores can be visited even just to see these interesting rock formations and to watch the magnificent sunsets in the summer season.
45 minutes
Beylerbeyi Bağirganli
A very ideal route with a structure suitable for walking in all four seasons and the opportunity to swim in the sea during summer walks. Beylerbeyi is a village founded by people who had to migrate from the eastern Black Sea due to the Ottoman-Russian War (93 Harbi). A large part of the route consists of forest vehicle roads and paths. It can be walked in all four seasons. The starting point of the route is Beylerbeyi village. Beylerbeyi Village is 15 Km from kandıraya.
45 minutes
Akçaova Çelebi Köyü
It is again a route that can be walked in all four seasons. With its structure that involves no difficulty, it can be preferred by many hikers from all walks of life. This route goes from Akçaova toward Çelebi Köyü. Akçaova is located on the Kandıra road.
45 minutes
Bağirganli Pinarli Köyü
This route, which we created parallel to the Black Sea, can be walked without problems in all four seasons. It is attractive with its interesting and magical coastal formations, magical sunsets, and small coves. A large majority of the route continues parallel to the Black Sea.
45 minutes
Mavi Bayrakli Cebeci Sahili
Cebeci, located 27 kilometers from Kandıra, is an ideal holiday destination with its crystal-clear sea, wide sandy beaches, and wonderful nature. It is especially the place where tent tourism is most widespread. In Cebeci, which has extensive motel and guesthouse facilities, the sea season begins in mid-June. However, since the enjoyment of the sea and sun continues until September, the number of those who come during the season and relax in this charming village is also quite high.
45 minutes
Kefken Adası
Kefken Island is the only inhabited island in the Black Sea. The island, which is a 1st degree protected site, preserves its historical features. On the island, where there are walls and ancient water wells, there are architectural remains from the Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine periods. On the 52-decare island belonging to the Ministry of Finance, there is only the maritime control center of the General Directorate of Coastal Safety and Ship Salvage Enterprises.
45 minutes
Pembe Kayalar
Pembe Kayalar is one of the places worth seeing with its interesting geological formation. In addition to the presence of prehistoric finds, it has been used as a quarry since Antiquity. The pink rocks, which are soft in the water, harden after being extracted. Because of these characteristics, during the Ottoman Period they were cut into rectangular shapes, transported to Istanbul by sea, and used in architecture.
45 minutes
Kandira Bağirganli Koyu
It is one of the wonders created by the Black Sea, which at times becomes rough, on the shores of Kandıra. In contrast to the Black Sea, the famous Kandıra stone being harmonious and soft also makes a great contribution. Bağırganlı is a perfect example for those who want to see on site what kind of beauty blue, green and white display together.
45 minutes
Seyrek Kalesi
Seyrek Kalesi, which extends into the sea in the form of a small peninsula and forms a small harbor, is thought to have been built by the Byzantines. It has served as a pier since ancient times. In addition, there are pillboxes (trenches) on it that are thought to have been used in World War II.
45 minutes
Akçakoca Bey Anıt Mezarı
Who is Akçakoca Bey? What is known about Akçakoca Bey, whose name is mentioned in the works of early Ottoman historians, and his family is quite limited. The purely Turkish name “Akça” bears traces of the Kayı tradition. This name, formed from Akça, means “quite, very white.” “Koca,” on the other hand, is the root of the verb kocamış and means “great, old.” Akçakoca Bey’s date of birth is 1234.
45 minutes