Yakacık, Gazipaşa


Yakacık is a village in Antalya Province, Turkey.

Geography

Yakacık is in Gazipaşa district of Antalya Province. It is on Turkish state highway which runs from west to east in south Turkey and it is situated at to the west of a creek named Kaledran. It is the easternmost point of Antalya Province. It was issued from Anıtlı on the other side of a creek which is in the neighbouring Mersin Province. However although the villages are officially issued, the residents still prefer to use the name Kaledran for both parts. The distance to Gazipaşa is and to Antalya was.The population is of Yakacık is 324

Economy

Like many Mediterranean coastline villages, Kaledran produces vegetables and fruits, especially bananas. With several natural beaches, Kaledran's potential for tourism is promising.