Karain Cave

Karain Cave, located just 30 km from Antalya, is one of Turkey’s oldest inhabited sites, with evidence of human life dating back over 500,000 years.

It shows a lot about very early human history with its great rock formations and old relics left behind.

This vast prehistoric cave served as a shelter from the Paleolithic to the Roman era. According to the Hellenistic period scripts, the cave was used as a temple back in time. The cave is must to see when one visit Antalya to acquire the history of almost 500 years.

Inside, visitors can explore large chambers, ancient tools, and wall niches.

Overlooking a scenic valley, Karain offers a rare glimpse into early human history and remains a key site in Anatolian archaeology.