Things to Do in Devrekani: 11 Places to Visit

Places to Visit in Devrekani

• 3 Historic
• 2 Ancient City
• 1 Religious
• 5 Nature

🌳 Natural Wonders 5

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Devrekani Stream Valley

The valley formed by the district's most important river.

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Akdoğan Waterfall and Cave

30 km from the district centre. The waterfall consists of a series of cascades and is fed by lakes inside a cave above the water source.

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Misty and Mysterious Cave of Alçılar Village

In Alçılar Village. It is reached by a walk of about 1 hour from the village.

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Yaralıgöz Picnic Area and Mountain

The Yaralıgöz hill, 35 km from the district centre, attracts mountaineers and hikers.

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Devrekani Stream

The district's most important river, rising within the boundaries of Başakpınar and Kınık Village.

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While you are in Devrekani, you can also see the highlights of Kastamonu province. These places are in other districts.

• Kastamonu Castle — Standing on a rock about 860 metres high south-west of the city centre, the castle is believed to have been built in the 10th century by the Byzantine Komnenos family and was repaired in the Candaroğulları period.
• Kasabaköy Mahmut Bey Mosque — Built in 1366 in the Candaroğulları period in the village of Kasaba, 18 km from Kastamonu, the mosque is known as the "Nail-less Mosque" because no metal nails were used in its wooden roof.
• Nasrullah Mosque — Built in 1506 by Kadı Nasrullah in the reign of Bayezid II, with its square, ablution fountain and bridge it has the character of a complex; it is the largest mosque in the city from the Ottoman period and its symbol.
• Kastamonu Archaeology Museum — In the former Committee of Union and Progress club building, a work of the architect Mimar Kemaleddin Bey, the museum displays finds from the Hittite to the Ottoman period.
• Valla Canyon — At Pınarbaşı, the canyon cut through the Küre Mountains by the Devrekani Stream is about 12 km long and 800 metres deep, among the deepest canyons in Türkiye.
• Küre Mountains National Park — A national park on the Kastamonu–Bartın border protecting the canyons, caves and old-growth forests of the Western Black Sea karst belt; the Horma Canyon walking trail and Ilgarini Cave are the best-known stops.

Practical Information for Visiting Devrekani

Suggested time

Half a day

Best time to visit

Spring and autumn

Places to visit

11 places

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  Devrekani Cırık Tatlısı

  Devrekani Cırık Tatlısı was registered as a protected geographical indication on 9 October 2020 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 563). Product group: bakery and pastry products, dough products, desserts. Registered by: Devrekani Municipality.

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  Etli Ekmek

  Minced meat is spread over thin dough and baked in a stone oven. An important part of local family tables, this dish is prepared using traditional recipes. Its preparation with fresh, natural ingredients makes it a healthy choice.

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  Mantı

  Small pieces of dough filled with minced meat are boiled and served with yoghurt and a sauce of melted butter.

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  Devrekani Banduma (Turkey Banduma)

  Known as Banduma in Daday and Devrekani, this dish consists of rolled sheets of yufka dipped in chicken or turkey broth and served.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Devrekani

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  Village Life Culture

  Devrekani is a district that maintains traditional Black Sea village life. This tradition is passed from generation to generation as an important element of the cultural identity of the local people.

Local Products

• Devrekani Turkey Banduma — Devrekani Turkey Banduma was registered as a protected geographical indication on 26 June 2019 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 440). Product group: main dishes and soups. Registered by: Devrekani Municipality.
• Devrekani Honey — Flower honey obtained from the forest areas of Devrekani, known for its natural character.

Economy

The economy of Devrekani is based on agriculture and livestock farming. The economy of Devrekani is based on agriculture, livestock and forestry. Small and large livestock farming are important sources of livelihood. Beekeeping and forestry activities are also carried out in the district.

How to Get to Devrekani

Devrekani is 45 km from Kastamonu. Minibus services run from Kastamonu.

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Devrekani: Frequently Asked Questions

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• Bozkurt 2 places Bozkurt Beach and Bozkurt Forests
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