Kocain Cave is located in the Mediterranean Region of Türkiye, within the boundaries of Döşemealtı district in Antalya province, near the Ahırtaş neighborhood. The cave lies approximately 45 kilometers from Antalya city center and can be reached by road, followed by a stabilized walking trail leading to the cave entrance. It is situated on a mountain slope at an altitude of about 600 meters above sea level.

Geological Structure and Physical Features

Kocain Cave is formed within a karstic limestone structure and consists of a single gallery. It is approximately 633 meters in length and reaches a ceiling height of up to 80 meters at certain points. The most striking feature of the cave is its massive entrance, which measures 50 meters in height and 75 meters in width, making it one of the largest cave entrances in Türkiye. Inside the cave, numerous stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and wall formations can be observed, providing clear evidence of its geological age.

^{Kocain Cave (Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry)}

Natural and Archaeological Significance

The cave is notable not only for its natural features but also for its archaeological importance. In its inner sections, inscriptions, niches, and signs of religious use believed to date back to the Roman Period have been discovered. These findings suggest that Kocain Cave may have historically served as a sacred site, shelter, or place of worship.

Protection Status

In 2013, the cave was declared a “natural monument” by the General Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks, granting it legal protection. With this status, the cave has become a designated area for scientific research, nature tourism, and ecological studies.