Kizilcahamam Attractions

Occupying the site of ancient Manegordos, Kizilcahamam is the center of a rice growing area in the Kirmir Çayi valley 75km/47mi north of Ankara. It is well known as a spa for treating rheumatic and gynaecological complaints (baths in the upper part of the town) and as a source of (bottled) mineral water. Kizilcahamam also has several carbonated radioactive thermal springs (50°C/122°F) containing arsenic, bromine and iron. The forested valley southwest of the town is now a conservation area and nature reserve (Soguksu Milli Parki).