Karain Cave

Karain Cave is an archaeological site dating back to the Palaeolithic period located in Yağca Village northwest of Antalya. A one-day excursion from Antalya and often a part of the trek to nearby Termessos, it is mainly visited for its historical significance. Karain Cave is also the oldest human habitation in the province and the largest inhabited cave in Turkey.

Set on the east slope of mount Katran at an altitude of 430 m above sea level, it is a complex of caves on the list of tentative UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This complex comprises three main chambers separated by passages, calcite walls and narrow curves, while its halls and galleries have speleothems. Its Palaeolithic and Neolithic artefacts like arrowheads, scrapers, flint blades, bone sculptures etc., are now exhibited in the Antalya Museum at the foot of the mountainside. There is also a small cafe and shop on the site. Known for its slightly eerie vibes, it is hard to go deep in the cave, especially since it only has a few rooms. Moreover, it isn't easy to get to the cave as one must climb about 400 stairs to reach its mouth. Therefore, it is not suitable for those who have walking difficulties.