About
Kenan
Dagitan
Growing up between Istanbul's rooftops and the wild ridgelines of Anatolia, Kenan Dagitan was never far from a trail. By the time he was a teenager, he had worn through his first pair of hiking boots on the slopes of Uludağ — and never looked back.
Over two decades and thousands of kilometres later, Kenan had traced ancient shepherd paths, followed Byzantine trade roads, and discovered coastal routes few outsiders ever see. He kept meticulous notes: distances, seasonal conditions, tricky junctions, the best spots to rest with a view. These notebooks became the foundation of kenandagitan.
The idea was simple — and stubbornly idealistic. Turkey's landscapes deserve to be walked, not just flown over. Route knowledge that took years to accumulate shouldn't sit locked in a drawer or hidden behind a paywall. So Kenan built this resource as a free, editorial guide: honest, detailed, and written by someone who has actually been there, in every season.
A Guide Built on Nothing But the Path Itself
kenandagitan exists for one reason: to document Turkey's hidden routes with honesty, care, and no commercial agenda. Everything you read here was earned on foot, behind a wheel, or over a glass of çay with someone who knew the land better than we did.
"No sponsored content. No affiliate links. No advertising — ever."
This is not a disclaimer buried in small print. It is the founding principle of kenandagitan. When a tea house in Kaş is mentioned, it is because the tea was good and the owner pointed out a shortcut that saved two hours of backtracking. When a trail is rated difficult, it is because someone's knees reminded them the hard way. The trust of every reader depends on that commitment remaining unbroken.
Accuracy First
Every route on kenandagitan is documented through direct, first-hand experience. Distances are walked or driven. Waypoints are verified. Elevation data is cross-checked. If something has changed since our visit, we say so — plainly and without hedging. We would rather publish fewer routes than publish wrong ones.
Genuine Accessibility
Routes are described so that any curious traveller — not just seasoned hikers or well-funded tourists — can follow them. We note public transport options, budget accommodation, and how to navigate without a private vehicle. Turkey belongs to everyone willing to explore it respectfully.
Local Cultural Respect
We document places because they matter to the people who live in them, not just to the people passing through. Routes include context — local names, seasonal rhythms, customs around sacred sites, and guidance on how to engage with village communities in a way that leaves a good impression and a fair exchange.
Editorial Independence
kenandagitan carries no advertising. We accept no sponsored content, no brand partnerships, and no affiliate commissions. No route is recommended because money changed hands — full stop. This is funded entirely by personal time and the conviction that honest travel writing is worth making freely available.
How content is chosen
Routes are selected by personal curiosity and geographic significance — not by popularity, not by search-engine value, and not by the wishes of local tourism boards. A lesser-known valley in the Taurus Mountains receives the same rigorous documentation as the Lycian Way.
How errors are corrected
Trails change. Roads close. Villages relocate. When a reader reports an inaccuracy, the route is reviewed and the page is updated with a timestamped correction note — visible, not hidden. Getting it right matters more than appearing infallible.
What kenandagitan will never do
Sell a route recommendation. Accept a complimentary stay in exchange for coverage. Run retargeting pixels or behavioural advertising. Publish a "Top 10" list assembled without visiting each location personally. The mission is narrow by design.
Know a trail we missed?
We want to hear from you.
kenandagitan is built on the ground truth of real walkers, shepherds, and villagers who know these mountains better than any map. If you've spotted an error, discovered an unmarked path, or simply want to share local knowledge — reach out. Every correction and contribution makes the next route better.
Site Owner
KENAN DAGITAN
Mailing Address
İlyas Sokak No:15
42005 Meram / Konya
Turkey
Typical response time is 2–4 business days. We read every message — trail tips from locals especially appreciated.
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Corrections, trail tips, or just a hello — all welcome.
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