The Coasts of Kapidag Peninsula in Terms of Geomorphotourism
Journal Title: GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites - Year 2015, Vol 15, Issue 1
Abstract
Geomorphotourism is a form of tourism that has been developped all over the world in recent years. Focusing on geomorphological site, morphological and landscape features, it is little known in Turkey. However, many landforms, which possess cultural, historical and environmental values, can be found in Kapidag Peninsula as well as all over Turkey. Kapidag Peninsula should be studied for its environmental significance in addition to its cultural, historical value and morphological heritage. The study area, located in the northwest of Turkey, has a significant potential for geotourism. The main purpose of this study is to assess geomorphotourism and geomorphological sites of Kapıdağ Peninsula
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KURT Sümeyra
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