One of the natural attractions of the surrounding area of Antalya – the incredible beauty of the waterfalls of Duden. A group of waterfalls formed by the Duden river - the main river of the South of Antalya and at the same time one of the countless rivers Brand. Several cascades she drops on the ledges of calcareous tufa Antalya. Streams originating in the mountains of the Toros, flow down the slopes or surfaces bubbling up inside of rocks. Making quite a long journey, they fall into the Mediterranean sea. The number of falls over two dozen. Them organized numerous excursions and unforgettable panorama of waterfalls can be evaluated from the nearby recreation area.

Few people know that this beauty is not only a natural phenomenon, but also partly the work of man. Many irrigation canals were dug during the reign of Murat Pasha. Small streams of water trickled down the rocks into the sea, so Antalya has long been called the city of waterfalls. Now these waterfalls are part of existing and karst hydrogeological system.

Kirchgesner and pınarbaşı district – the so-called two large karst spring river Duden. They are on the 28th and the 30th km of the old road Antalya - Burdur. These streams merge into one and disappear in the large karst funnel Biyikli. Hiding from human eyes, river 14 km is underground and comes to the surface only in Baracskay depression. Then, just a little leaking on the surface, the flow again hides under the ground, and after 2 km under the pressure comes to the surface in Judenbuche. Input and output in Judenbuche is Kapersky hydropower system. There is also an artificial cascade. The whole procedure is carried out using special control system. It is built opposite the funnel Biyikli and directs water sources Kiliclar and Pinarbasi, through a long channel to a hydroelectric plant in Kepez header. From here, water flows through the pipe with the pressure flowing to the turbines of the plant. From the discharge section of the plant, the water rushes through the long channel again in Judenbuche, where it forms an artificial cascades.

The major waterfalls are called the Upper and Lower Duden. The upper Duden falls from a cliff two threads deep in the bowl of the lake. The rock through which water flows, are emerald hue, thanks to the lovely carpet of moss. Right behind the waterfall lies the cave in which you can walk and admire the flow of water from the inside. There is quite damp and dripping from the ceiling, but in the depth of the cave is a huge room with a hole in the roof through which you can see a piece of the sky. At the bottom of the cave is a strange formation, it seems that a red-hot meteorite flew here and stood petrified in the bursts hit the floor. They say that if you tie a thread around one of the stone horns of the moon and make a wish it will come true.

The waterfall is surrounded by a large number convenient viewing platforms. Here, sitting on the bench, you can enjoy views of the luxurious plants of the Park, the river gives its life-giving moisture and cool or pleasant sound of the waterfall. The air is filled with light and pleasant scent of pine trees. For boiling water it is interesting to observe standing on a wooden suspension bridge. Walking in the shade of the gorgeous trees along the river you can admire the wild ducks swimming in the crystal clear water. In the Park quite a lot of cozy cafes where you can eat tasty and inexpensive meal, but if You have the products should have a picnic on the grass right near the river. The citizens of Antalya used to come here on holidays and weekends and consider this place ideal for a family break away.

Its origins cascade takes 12 km North-East of Antalya and ends with a luxurious Lower Duden waterfall, falling from a high rocky cliff into the Mediterranean sea. It is a delightful sight and is located in 8 kilometers from Antalya on the way to Lara beach. You can see the Lower Duden on the plane, during the approach to the airport of Antalya. A radiant smile overflowing rainbow he first warmly welcomes tourists bustling streams of its crystal clear waters.

This waterfall is the world's largest flowing waterfall in the sea. It reaches a height of 50 meters. Fresh streams of the river, falling into the outstretched arms of the Mediterranean sea (water of the Mediterranean sea is one of the most saline in the world — 39%), create loud noise ringing out for miles.

Near the waterfall has a wonderful recreation area, which is a National Park. For the convenience of tourists, this includes cafes, benches, canopies, observation deck. Best Lower Duden looks in the afternoon, when the wind blows from the Old town. At this time the rays of the sun playing with jets of water and create the illusion of placer precious stones. Over the waterfall hangs semicircle of the rainbow.

Very beautiful waterfall looks from the sea. To see this sight, it is better to come here on the boat or yacht from the harbour. Admire the waterfall from the sea here numerous ships docked with tourists. Locals say it's the perfect place for family holidays and picnics, so they try from time to time hang out here.

For the romantic ideal of the night and walk to the waterfall. In this time of mystery bubbling stream adds a bright city lights and looming overhead the vault of the sky. If you drive even a few miles, you can go down to the beach and swimming in the night sea.