Description
Büyükçekmece Mimar Sinan Bridge is easy to reach via public transport. A touristic attraction while birding. The bridge is surrounded by shallow water where you can see waders, waterfowl, gulls and migratory passerines and it is even possible to see otters. Among the birds you can observe are Фламінго, Широконіска північна, Чоботар синьоногий, Крячок річковий, Баклан малий, Мартин середземноморський, Лиска звичайна, Чапля сіра, Боривітер звичайний, Галка звичайна, Eastern Yellow Wagtail and Очеретянка середземноморська. But many more, see the birdlist below.
Details
Access
1. Take the metrobus line. 2. Get off at the last station "Beylikdüzü Son Durak". 3. Take any bus directs to "Silivri" direction from "TÜYAP" bus stop across the highway. 4. Get off after 4-5 stops, the names "Hariç" or "Üstgeçit". 5. The location is in 2-3 minutes walking distance from the bus stop.
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland , Lake , City/villageConditions
No shadow , DryCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Spring , Spring migration , SummerRoute
Paved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , Wheelchair , Bicycle , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
The Büyükçekmece Mimar Sinan Bridge is an attractive location during summer migration.