Another valuable resource of the national park is the natural old black pine forests that persist along the Fındıklıdere and Karanlıkdere valleys in Tokalı Canyon. This area serves as a forest ecosystem that strongly supports wildlife in Denizli and Afyonkarahisar. Additionally, Kurtini Cave in Karanlıkdere Valley adds unique value to the area with its stalactites formed due to its existing karstic rock structure.
MINISTER YUMAKLI: HIGH VISITOR POTENTIAL
In a statement, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry İbrahim Yumaklı mentioned that they are conducting significant efforts to increase the number of national parks across the country. He emphasized that Akdağ National Park holds distinctive importance for the region due to its features. Yumaklı highlighted the park’s rich flora and fauna, stating, ‘The area is a park with high visitor potential, housing endangered species and enriched by its natural structure, cultural values, and available resources. The site also contains areas of geological, geomorphological, and hydrogeological resource value such as canyons, caves, rocks, mountains, streams, and lakes.’
Minister Yumaklı noted that with its declaration as a national park, the area known for its visitor potential will be more effectively protected. He expressed his good wishes for Akdağ National Park, newly declared as Turkey’s 49th national park, to bring benefits to Denizli and Afyonkarahisar.
