Taurus Mountains
타우루스 산맥
Contents
4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the majestic Taurus Mountains, or the 'Toros' as they are known in Turkish. As we ascend from the coast, we are entering one of the most significant mountain systems in the Mediterranean basin. …
Listen in the app2The Karst Landscape and Hidden Hydrology
The analytical significance of the Taurus Mountains lies beneath the surface as much as above it. Because the range is primarily composed of limestone, it is highly permeable. …
Listen in the app3Biodiversity and the Alpine Environment
As we move deeper into the mountain environment, the biological diversity becomes increasingly apparent. The Taurus Mountains are a 'hotspot' for endemism, meaning they are home to many species found nowhere else on Earth. …
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Our time in the high reaches of the Taurus Mountains offers a profound sense of perspective. These peaks have stood for millions of years, witnessing the rise and fall of empires on the plains below. …
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What is Taurus Mountains?
Taurus Mountains is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 4 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 37.1100, 31.2100 |
| Last updated |