Photo: Nicu Farcaș (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Source 9 places to visit in the Babadağ district of Denizli: Attuda, Trapezopolis and Babadağ Mountain. Plan your trip to Babadağ with local food, practical tips and transport information.
Babadağ is a district of Denizli province with an area of 124 km². It is one of the districts in Türkiye that makes its living from textiles. Kestanesi, et kapaması, et çevirmesi and keşkek are among the local dishes of the district.
The ancient city of Attuda was founded nearby and is believed to have been a Lydian city.
The district has a history of 700 years, and its first name was Beşikkaya.
The resident population of the district centre is around 4,000, and in the past 10 years it has lost about 2,000 people to emigration.
Babadağ was founded in 1386 when a Yörük tribe settled in the village of Oğuzlar. The district is said to have a 700-year history. Weaving is said to have a history of about six hundred years and to have held the most important place in the district’s economy. Young people wishing to marry would meet each other by walking along the Yardan Stream road on the last day of the festival; this custom is known as “piyasa”.
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Photo: Nicu Farcaș (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Source Traditional crafts and local products are sold in the historic bazaar in the district centre. Reflecting the trading traditions of the Ottoman period, the bazaar is the heart of the district's social life.
View on mapBelieved to have been a Lydian city, it contains remains from the ancient period.
View on mapAn ancient city of the late Roman period, belonging to the province of Phrygia Pacatiana Prima.
View on mapAn archaeological site near the Bekirler Quarter of Babadağ. The surface remains show features of the Roman and Byzantine periods; it is stated that no archaeological excavation has been carried out.
View on mapBuilt in the 13th century during the Seljuk period, the Grand Mosque is one of Babadağ's oldest structures. Its stonework and wooden minbar make it an important example of Anatolian Seljuk architecture.
View on mapA stop on the Babadağ Municipality's day tour that introduces the district's past.
View on mapAt 1,969 metres, Babadağ is world-famous as a site for paragliding. Flights are made from the Fethiye–Ölüdeniz side, but the Denizli side of the mountain is also popular for hiking.
View on mapA rugged highland pasture about 5 km south of Babadağ, covered with pine, chestnut and walnut trees. Suitable for day trips and camping; there are no facilities on the plateau.
View on mapOne of the first stops on the Babadağ Municipality's day tour. Village breakfast is served here, followed by a walk along the Yardan Stream trail.
View on mapWhile you are in Babadağ, you can also see the highlights of Denizli province. These places are in other districts; Babadağ is about 35 km from the provincial centre.
Babadağ Thyme Honey was registered as a protected designation of origin on 23 December 2020 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 638). Product group: honey. Registered by: Denizli Province Beekeepers' Union.
Prepared by marinating lamb in special spices and cooking it over a wood fire. Served in the local restaurants of Babadağ.
Thinly rolled dough filled with cheese or herbs and cooked on a griddle. Fresh gözleme can be found at Babadağ markets.
A traditional dessert made by mixing curd cheese with flour and sugar and cooking it in a pan.
Mentioned on the municipality's website as one of Babadağ's signature dishes. It is tasted at Dağ Restaurant on the municipal tour.
A dish listed on Wikipedia among the local dishes of Babadağ.
The district takes its name from Baba Sultan, a Turkmen dervish who lived in the area. Babadağ has been an important settlement since the Seljuk period.
Weaving in Babadağ is a tradition that has lasted for centuries. Fabrics produced on traditional looms are an inseparable part of the district's economic and cultural identity.
Babadağ's economy is based on textiles, agriculture and livestock farming. Weaving and textile production are the district's most important industrial sector. Olives, grapes and cereals are also grown.
Babadağ is 35 km from Denizli provincial centre. There are regular minibus services from Denizli.
The 9 highlights of Babadağ: Attuda, Trapezopolis, Babadağ Mountain, Babadağ Grand Mosque, Babadağ Historic Bazaar, Tasdelen Plateau, Trapezapolis Ancient City, Yardan Waterfall and Babadağ History, Culture and Arts House.
Babadağ Thyme Honey, Denizli Kebabı, Gözleme and Höşmerim are the highlights of Babadağ's tables.
Babadağ is known for Babadağ Textiles and the Babadağ Tradition. Babadağ is known for traditional weaving and textile production. The fabrics made in the district are an important part of Denizli's textile industry.
Babadağ is 35 km from Denizli provincial centre. There are regular minibus services from Denizli.
Suggested visit length: half a day. Best time to visit: spring and summer.