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Attractions · Malatya, Malatya

Darende Somuncu Baba Canyon and Shrine

  • CategoryNature And Heritage
  • DurationHalf-day (3–4 hours)
  • AdmissionAdult Free · Child Free
  • Rating★ 4.7
  • PriceFree
  • TransportDirect bus from Malatya otogar to Darende (₺80/~$2.25; 2 hours); then 15-minute walk to canyon entrance
By Updated Reviewed by Daniel Mercer
Darende Somuncu Baba Canyon and Shrine

Good to know

Hours
Canyon path open daylight hours; shrine open daily 07:00–20:00
Best time
Spring (April–May) for waterfalls at peak flow

Location

Somuncu Baba Türbesi, Darende, Malatya Province, Turkey

38.5542, 37.4870 View on map