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Kurul / Antik Maden Galerisi

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Kurul / Antik Maden Galerisi
Type:
Cave
Altitude:
562 m
Depth:
-92 m
Length:
175 m
Region:
Black Sea
Province:
Ordu
District:
Merkez
Village:
Bayadi

     


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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