Gömbe Highland is 65 km from Antalya's Kaş district. It is at the foothill of 3024-meter Akdağ. It is the second-highest peak of Beydağları, one of the western extensions of the Taurus Mountains.
It is known for its fresh and cold air, even in the summer season when Antalya's scorching heat prevails. The highland is known as one of the coolest highlands in Antalya, with its altitude of 1200 meters from the sea.
It is said that the highland was once the place where the oldest oil wrestling competitions were held. It was a religious center during the Christian era.
The asphalt roads leading to the highland, which you can explore by choosing the tours departing from the center of Kas, are highly comfortable. You can also provide easy and comfortable transportation with your private vehicles.
Gömbe Highland draws attention, especially with the apple production. It is one of the fertile agricultural areas of the country. It has started to come to the fore in summer greenhouse cultivation, with its lush vegetation and rich water sources.
The waters of Yeşilgöl and Uçarsu Waterfalls, is just above Gömbe Highland, accumulate in Çayboğazı Dam. These waters become the life source of Elmalı and Gömbe Plains. In addition, some of this water supplies the drinking water needs of the neighborhoods of Kaş and Demre.
In addition to the apples, Gömbe Highland is also famous for its pear, walnut, molasses, snow from Akdağ, and the famous Gömbe Kebab. This special flavor that those who come to the plateau do not return without tasting is made from goat meat and cooked in wood-fired ovens.
This highland brings abundance and abundance to its surroundings. It is an escape stop for many people with its unique natural beauties, clean air, fascinating landscapes and peaceful atmosphere. Those who wish on the plateau, a favorite of locals and nature lovers and photography enthusiasts, can enjoy the day in the facilities among the trees where the water flows freely. You can feel the beauty of the environment to the fullest with picnics and nature walks. Those who choose to stay can have an unforgettable holiday experience by staying in bungalows made of local cedar trees and surrounded by greenery.
The highland draws great attention from many local and foreign visitors with its legendary beauty. It is one of the routes you should explore with its unique corners of nature and historical ruins reflecting the spirit of ancient times.
