History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Akçakese Bay, located on the coast of the historical Akçakese Village between Şile and Ağva, is the most dramatic coastal fjord of Istanbul, adorned with lace-like rocky capes and natural sea caves carved by the wild waves of the Black Sea over millions of years. The bay is adorned with thin golden sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters, steep cliffs and wooden village houses; It is a hidden paradise discovered by nature lovers, campers and photographers in the Black Sea. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is a sheltered natural bay and beach between steep cliffs on the Black Sea coast. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Entrance to the public natural bay is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days:Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.•Rules, Safety and Baby Stroller/Disabled Access: The tips of the cliffs should not be approached and attention should be paid to the Black Sea currents when swimming.•Facilities and Facilities:Natural beach, coastal tea garden, fishing boats and recreation areas. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Akçakese Mahallesi, Akçakese Sahil Yolu, Şile / İstanbul.•Road Conditions and Vehicle Suitability: You can go down to the bay by passenger vehicle via the Şile-Ağva road, at the Akçakese village turnoff, on an asphalt road.•Real Public Transportation Information: You can take the 139A IETT bus and get off at the "Akçakese Sapağı" stop and walk to the bay.•Parking Availability:There is an open car park at the entrance of the beach. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photography Spots and Frames:Panorama of turquoise bays, sea caves and waves crashing on the rocks from the vantage point on the cliffs.•Light and Shooting Hours:Clear early morning hours and sunset redness.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:You should try fresh tea, village pancakes and chestnut honey filtered from local hives at the Akçakese village café.