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Tunç Fındık promotes climbing activities in Kırıkkale and Gaziantep
Renowned mountaineer Tunç Fındık has been active in promoting climbing and nature sports across Turkey. In Kırıkkale, Fındık collaborated with the BOZDAK Mountaineering and Nature Sports Club to establish new climbing routes in the Çeşnigir Canyon. During his visit, he also delivered a presentation titled “14x8000,” where he shared his experiences regarding high-altitude climbing and the challenges of reaching the world's 14 peaks above 8,000 meters.
Additionally, Fındık participated in a climbing festival held at the Köklüce Canyon in the Araban district of Gaziantep. Hosted by the Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality, the event drew over 1,000 domestic and international participants from countries including Germany, Austria, and Italy. Athletes utilized nearly 300 different routes within the canyon. Fındık highlighted the significant potential of Köklüce Canyon for rock climbing and emphasized the importance of such festivals in popularizing disciplined outdoor sports.
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BOZDAK Mountaineering and Nature Sports Club · Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality · Köklüce Canyon · Tunç Fındık · Çeşnigir Canyon