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Kurul / Antik Maden Galerisi |
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Cave | |||
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Altitude: |
562 m | |||
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Depth: |
-92 m | |||
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Length: |
175 m | |||
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Region: |
Black Sea | |||
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Province: |
Ordu | |||
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District: |
Merkez | |||
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Village: |
Bayadi | |||
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| Location: It is located on the eastern side of Kurulkayasi Tepe (571 m) that elevates with a steep slope on the edge of Melet River; approximately 10 km southeast of Ordu. |
| Structural Properties and formation : It is an artificial cave made for copper or lead mining during the ancient period. The gallery which is 2.5 m high and 5 m wide; expands at a 45 degree angle. The last spot in the gallery at -92 m consists of a high ceiling section. |
| Research History: It was researched by the Karst and Caves Unit of the Geological Studies Department of MTA General Directorate; and published in 2004. |
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