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German caravanner camps at dried-up Lake Meke in Konya

14.09.2026 20:31 1 min 2 sources РУС
Konya Karapınar Son Dakika Haberleri, Karapınar Güncel Haber... TUR + 1 more
German caravanner camps at dried-up Lake Meke in Konya
Original source: Son Dakika

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Dried-up Lake Meke in Karapınar, Konya, attracts tourists and motorhome owners. German Bernd Neuber stayed overnight and plans to visit Lake Acıgöl.

Dried-up Lake Meke draws caravanners

Dried-up Lake Meke in the Karapınar district of Konya province continues to attract local and foreign tourists, especially motorhome owners. Despite losing its water, the lake retains its geological appearance: the main cone and small islets in its centre have become a popular spot for watching sunrise and sunset.

German citizen Bernd Neuber, travelling through Turkey by caravan, stopped there overnight. According to him, he saw the lake on social media and the internet, and it made a strong impression on him. Neuber also plans to visit Lake Acıgöl.

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German caravan tourist camps at dried-up Lake Meke

14.09.2026 Konya Karapınar Son Dakika Haberleri, Karapınar Güncel Haber... TUR Original source

Dried-up Lake Meke in Konya attracts motorhomes

14.09.2026 Son Dakika TUR Original source

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