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Deep Dive: Herakleia (2009)

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Herakleia
Herakleia focuses on a group of climbers who traveled to Turkey in the spring of 2008 to investigate a potential climbing destination near the village of Herakleia. This area, located on the shores of Bafa Lake, is surrounded by ancient ruins that are over 3000 years old, meadows of flowers, and olive trees. The film captures the climbers' experiences as they discover what may be one of the largest undeveloped climbing areas in the world. The climbers featured in the documentary include Jon Cardwell, Lauren Lee, Isaac Caldiero, and Serkan Eroan. Their exploration of Herakleia reveals the natural beauty and climbing potential of the region, emphasizing the allure of Turkey as a prime location for rock climbing enthusiasts. The film runs for 61 minutes, providing an in-depth look at the landscape and the climbers' interactions with it.

Why Watch

  • See climbers tackle the stunning cliffs of Herakleia.
  • Find out about Turkey's hidden climbing gems.
  • Meet climbers like Isaac Caldiero and Serkan Eroan.

Did You Know

Herakleia is located on the shores of Bafa Lake in southwest Turkey.
The area is surrounded by ruins that are over 3000 years old.
The documentary features climbers like Jon Cardwell and Lauren Lee.
The film was released in 2009 and has a duration of 61 minutes.

Perfect For

Rock climbing enthusiastsAdventure travel fansHistory and archaeology buffs