Gülek

Gülek is a town in Mersin Province, Turkey.
Gülek is situated along a valley on the Taurus Mountains. The main pass of these mountains, which is known as Gülek Pass (ancient Cilician Gates), is just east of the town. The average altitude of the town is about 1,150 metres (3,770 ft). The population of the town was 2934 as of 2012.