Deliçay

In today's world, Deliçay has become a relevant topic for a wide spectrum of society. Since its appearance, Deliçay has caused a great impact in different areas, generating discussions, debates and conflicting opinions. Its influence has crossed borders and has aroused the interest of experts on the subject, as well as the population in general. Given its relevance, it is important to analyze in detail and objectively all aspects related to Deliçay, understanding its implications, consequences and possible solutions. In this article, we will thoroughly explore the phenomenon of Deliçay, from its origins to its current situation, with the aim of providing a complete and enriching perspective on this topic of global interest.

This article is about the river in Mersin Province. For the river in Hatay Province, see Deli Çay.

Deliçay (literally 'crazy creek', also called Selindi) is a creek in Mersin Province, Turkey. In Turkish rivers with irregular flowrate are usually called Deliçay. But here it is a proper noun and it refers to its highly irregular flowrate.

The head waters are close to the village Değirmendere in Toros Mountains. In fact at this point the village and the river are named after each other. (Değirmendere means "mill river") But in the lower reaches it is called Deliçay. It flows by the villages of Çandır, Parmakkurdu and Hebilli. It discharges to Mediterranean Sea at 36°48′29″N 34°42′57″E / 36.80806°N 34.71583°E / 36.80806; 34.71583 between Kazanlı (Aulai of the antiquity) and Karaduvar (Anchiale of the antiquity).[1]

In the past this river was called Serince, Selinti and Anhiyaleos [2]

References

  1. ^ Map page
  2. ^ Mersin 33 page (in Turkish)