Çıralı Obruğu, a historic sinkhole located in the Karapınar district of Konya, Türkiye has lost its former allure due to recurrent seasonal droughts in recent years. This site, once full of groundwater and housing man-made caves, attracted both local and foreign tourists with its deep blue waters and unique visual appeal. However, due to environmental issues like groundwater depletion, insufficient rainfall, and global climate change, the sinkhole has dried up completely. Visitors are now saddened by its barren state, which contrasts sharply with its past vibrancy. A visitor, Erhan Uysal, voiced his hope for the drought to end and for the sinkhole to reclaim its former splendor.
Türkiye’s Historic Sinkhole Falls Victim to Drought
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Türkiye’s Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced that Istanbul’s Çamlıca Tower has hosted approximately 2.3 million visitors since its inauguration by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on May 29, 2021.
Standing at 587 meters above sea level, the tulip-shaped tower is the tallest structure in Istanbul and combines architecture, technology, and visitor experience. It includes 49 floors with observation decks, restaurants, and interactive exhibits showcasing Istanbul’s landmarks.
Uraloğlu emphasized the tower’s role in broadcasting, currently supporting 100 FM channels, 16 analog TV, and 15 DAB+ stations, along with services for GSM and public institutions. He noted that Çamlıca Tower has significantly reduced electromagnetic emissions in the area, lowering levels from 39 to 2.5 Volts/meter—well below EU safety standards.
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