Karaca Cave
Karaca Mağarası
A limestone cave in the mountains at about 1,500 m, rich in stalactites and stalagmites, often combined with Sümela Monastery in a day trip.
Karaca Cave lies near Torul in Gümüşhane Province at an elevation of about 1,500 m. The roughly 150-metre visitor route is lined with stalactites, stalagmites and curtain formations in a range of colors, and the cave is considered one of Turkey's most beautiful. The interior stays at around 10°C, so bring a jacket even in summer. Photography rules have changed from time to time. From Trabzon, drive south along the road toward Sümela Monastery; the journey takes about 2 hours. Tour agencies often offer a day trip covering Sümela Monastery, Karaca Cave and Hamsiköy.
Opening hours
Roughly 08:00–18:00 (summer)
Nearby sights
- Hamsiköy
- Sümela Monastery
- Çal Cave
- Hıdırnebi Plateau
- Sera Lake
- Atatürk Pavilion
- Hagia Sophia, Trabzon
- Kaymaklı Monastery