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 Fethiye
is located on the Lycian and Carian border and was called
Telmessos in ancient times. The city was very prominent and
a centre of prophecy, pledged to Apollon. That the city life
was rich and highly cultured during the Hellenistic and
Roman periods is evident from the existing monuments. Today
the majority of ancient ruins in Telmessos are rock-tombs,
Lycian-type sarcophagi, the fortress and the Roman Theatre.
The peninsula lying between Fethiye and Antalya was
known as Lycia in the ancient times. Lycians were natives of
Anatolia and sea-faring people as mentioned in Homer’s Iliad
and Kadesh War Peace Agreement document.
 The
tomb of Amyntas, which could be considered as the insignia
of Fethiye, strikes the eye with its grandeur on the slope
as you enter the bay. This tomb, whose façade was built as
an Ionic temple based on the plan of in antis, belonged to
Amyntas is believed to be a king or a governor of Telmessos
during the Hellenistic period.
Within the city there are quite a number of Lycian-type
sarcophagi. On these there are epitaphs in the Lycian
scripture. Especially the sarcophagus near the government
house is worthy of notice, with its relieves depicting
warriors.
The fortress
stands where the city was first founded and the existing
walls are from the 11th Century. At same places, portions of
walls from the
 Roman
period can be seen. The fortress was repaired by the
Rhodesian Knights during the 15th Century and was used as a
naval base.
Telmessos Ancient Theatre stands opposite to the
commercial quay at Fethiye town centre. Typical Roman type
theatre was built in 2nd. Century on the remains of a Greek
style previous one. The site was escavated by the Fethiye
Archaeology Museum in 1993 and a restoration project was
made to renovate the theatre’s cavea and stage.
Fethiye
Archaeology Museum exhibits numerous Archaeological findings
from the Lycian, Hell enistic,
Roman and Ottoman periods as well as ethnological works of
art typical of the region.
There is a new project to be realised in 2001—2002 for
a new “open-air Museum complex with the ancient theatre”.
Fethiye Municipality and the Directory of Museum are leading
this project to reform the centre of town with the idea of
protecting natural and cultural environments of Fethiye.
The Teke Peninsula of our times, lying between Fethiye
and Antalya was known as LYCIA in the ancient times. In fact
the Lycians participated in the Kadesh War together with
Hittites, Which indicates that they were one of the oldest
tribes of Anatolia. All through the history, Lycia was
invaded by the Persians, Alexander The Great, Romans and
Byzantines but was never evacuated. Fethiye is an
appropriate centre for excursions into Lycia. Either on your
own or by organised daily tours, you can pay visits to major
Lycian cities in the region.
Telmessos
The Telmessos antique city is the only center
along the Mediterran cean shores where settlemment has been
continuous from the first establishment to the present day.The
philological studies reveal that city dates back to the
third Century B.C.
Blue Lagoon
(Ölüdeniz):
Explore Blue Lagoon (Ölüdeniz) where the calm crystal
water is ideal for swimming and other water sports. Blue
Lagoon is located near the famous tourist resort of Fethiye,
Belcekız Beach and protected as one of the natural parks of
Turkey.
X anthos:
Political capital of Lycian Federation, Xanthos is
known as the place of people who committed suicide all
together for peace and freedom when Persians invaded town in
546 BC. Sir Charles Fellows first discovered Xanthos in 1838
and all relieves and unlikely beautiful Nereid’s Monuments
were carried to London—British Museum. The ruins still
standing in the city, which is at present location of Kınık
Village on the road from Fethiye to Kaş Town, are splendid
samples of the Lycian Civilisation.
Cadianda :
The ancient city of Cadianda is located at Üzümlü
Village, about 20 Km. from Fethiye. Best samples of Cyclops
Walls of the ancient ages, a sport complex, theatre and
Heroon like temple type tombs are all worth to see.
Tlos: Located at 28 km. from Fethiye, Tlos is one of the
oldest residential areas of Lycia and one of the few cities,
which continued its existence up to the 19th Century. Tlos
is known as “the sport centre” of Lycian Federation and was
the home of mythological winged horse Pegasus and his hero
Bellorophonte. Acropolis, temple type tomb of Bellorophonte,
Stadium—bath complex, and theatre are some of the structures
coming from early periods of Tlos.
Pınara:
“Beauty Center” of Lycians, Pınara is on the way to
Minare Village and can be reached by a short road branching
off from the Fethiye—Kaş highway. Numerous Pigeon Holes like
simple tombs carved on the slope of the Hill and a hearth
planned Aphrodite Temple are probably the most interesting
remains of Pınara to see.
Letoon: Letoon is a holy city, dedicated to
Goddess Leto, located at the Kumluova Village and 4 Km. from
Xanthos. It is known that all holy ceremonies were held here
with the priests of the temples of Leto, Artemis and Apollon.
Oenanda: recently excavated city of Oenanda is located near
İncealiler Village, about 88 Km. to Fethiye. British and
Turkish archaeologists discovered about 300 scribed tablets
of Lycian Epicurean Philosopher Dioghenes.
Fethiye is surrounded by Toros (Taurus) Mountains, which
are fully decorated with pine and cedar trees in addition to
about 10.000 sorts of floral components. Ecological life of
Fethiye is waiting to be explored by the people who are the
lovers of nature, culture
and history.
Butterfly Valley:
Pieri Rapos, Euglapia Quadripunctia, Danaus Chtsippus
and others… Butterfly Valley is placed at the bottom of deep
and sharp of a Valley, which is one of the most beautiful
bays around Fethiye. Starting springtime for about 9—10
months more than 40 kinds of butterflies can be watched in
the valley.
Gemiler Bay & Island:
Following the road leading from Kaya Köyü, you end up
at a beautiful beach surrounded by pine and olive trees.
Gemiler bay is facing you to the small Island where
Byzantine ruins lie tucked among the pines. A Japanese team
has carried on archaeological excavations for 10 years.
Günlüklü (Küçük Kargı):
This site is also operated as a camp-site by the
Directorate of National Parks and renewed for its incense (Sytrax)
trees (Liquidi-Ambar Orientalis) which grow only in Muğla
region.
Katrancı:
The Muğla—Fethiye highway branches off to this campsite
at a point 15 km. from Fethiye and there are numerous little
bays around this spot. Katrancı is an ideal place with
camping facilities where pine trees stretching right to the
shore.
Saklıkent
Gorge:
High in the mountains above Fethiye rushing torrents
cut a narrow gorge / canyon through the mountains, creating
Saklıkent Gorge. A cool refuge on hot summer days, Saklıkent
Gorge is a favourite picnic spot with rustic restaurants
serving delectable fresh trout.
Gebeler Spa:
The Gebeler Spa is a thermal spring recalling Tlos baths.
The spring, that content high Chlorine and sulphate cures
many ailments. The 15 meters deep hot water wells are most
efficacious remedies for rheumatism, sciatica and skin
diseases.
From the coastline to the mountains—pastures, Fethiye
is the place where different cultures are mixed and coloured
the life. Yörük (Nomads) and fishermen come together easily
in a typical Fethiye picture. Folkloric values as folk music,
folk dances, and handcrafts, local cuisine are all different
than the other regions of Turkey.
Kaya Rugs: Kaya Village rugs have been made for
centuries with specific designs and colours and specially
used technique for the dyes.
Dastar: Dastar is hand-craft more specifically seen in
Üzümlü Village. Cotton is used for these scarves and they
are hand made either in plain weaving or with designs in
white—on—white.
Kilim: Flat woven carpets as well as saddle—bags are hand—made
at Seydiler, Atlidere, Karaçulha and Eldirek Villages with
specific designs.
Kolan: These are thin, long belts woven from wool dyed in
various colours. .
KAYA KÖYÜ—MOSAICS OF CULTURES: Beyond the
Fethiye fortress going south, if you follow the road
climbing up to the slope some 7 km. you can come to a
magnificent lowland where Anatolian Greeks had lived until
1922. Greeks called the town Levissi in the past. Kaya Köyü
in the year 1922 during the exchange of Turks in Thrace with
Anatolian Greeks was evacuated and the new residents did not
take up the existing houses. Kaya become a “Ghost Town” as
an abandoned town after 1923.
2 churches, chapels, numerous houses, schools, library,
hospital, work—shops and the other structures will be
renovated soon according to a project which is made by The
Association of Turkish Travel Agencies and The Chamber Of
Turkish Architects. After the renovation, Kaya Köyü will
serve as the place of “ Piece & Friendship Village” and be
protected forever.
Fethiye’s magnificent mountains and forests are mostly
undeveloped, existing as wonderful natural preserves for an
extraordinary variety of life a culture, flora and fauna.
For centuries nomads and semi—nomadic people have
migrated annually to the fresh pastures of the higher
elevations in summer.
Seki and Girdev Pastures are two of magnificent
picturesque areas on Taurus (Toros) Mountains about 80 km.
to Fethiye Town centre and famed for their horses and
Juniper trees. At Boğalar Village, there is a nomad museum
worth seeing, immortalising the traces of culture at
pastures.
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GENERAL
INFORMATION |
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One is at a loss
for words to describe the beauty of Fethiye. If you
are incurably addicted to exploring new horizons and
are a lover of nature, this is the destination for
you… What is it that makes these shores so
delightfully indented with innumerable coves and the
unbelievable beauty of nature. What makes it so
alluring? Perhaps it is a bit of everything, who
knows?
To wander through the bays of
Fethiye is an adventure, an exuberance, a spring of
joy. While passing from one to another, the grandeur
that spreads out before your eyes is enhanced by the
silhouettes of tiny islands, which lead you astray.
Fethiye is
located in South—West Mediterranean Turkey,
connected to all other cities by three highways and
reached very easily. Dalaman International Airport
is as close as 50 km. to the town centre. During the
tourist season one can find many flights from major
European cities to Fethiye besides the domestic
flights throughout the year by Turkish Airlines.
Additionally Antalya Airport, three –hour drive to
Fethiye, is another departure point.
Fethiye seaport with its sheltered natural structure
is an important stop for yachtsmen. A new modern
marina project will be realised soon for a large
number of yachts with all facilities on the other
end at the bay.
The whole
region excluding Fethiye and Eşen lowlands is
covered with high mountains forming the south
western spurs of the Taurus
Range. These mountains exceeding 2000 meters extend
the coastline. On a sunny winter day it is a real
pleasure to view the pines and snow decorated peaks
intertwined with the blue sky. Besides the
refreshing woody slopes with thyme, sage, laurel and
pine trees the exceptional incense forest is another
peculiarity of the Fethiye region. Covering a
100-hectare area the incense forest is an ideal
campsite and a picnic area. Balsam obtained from
incense trees has pharmaceutical and cosmetic value
and it is also used as a fumigate in mosques and
churches.
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and
warm, wet winters prevails in the region
temperatures are approximately 30°C in summers and
usually not less than 12°C in winters. Seawater
temperature is hardly below 17°C all year round.
In Fethiye, with its abundance and
fertile land, agriculture is of major prominence.
Therefore whilst in other holiday resorts it becomes
quiet at end of the season, life in Fethiye flows on
throughout the 12 months.
Such farming
for vegetables and industrial plants as cotton,
sesame, tobacco, and aniseed are the major
agricultural income sources. Yearly about 250.000
tons of tomatoes are produced and exported. In
bee-keeping and honey production, the potential is
on a large scale. Furthermore, there is large supply
of Chromium ore and Fethiye is an important export
part of this mineral in Turkey.
The climatic
conditions permit almost all kinds of vegetables and
fruit to be cultivated. The special nature of
contact between the producer and the consumer may be
witnessed in the town market, is most fascinating on
Tuesdays. Life at the market and the shops are
located around starts early in the morning and gives
opportunities to locals and tourists during the
daytime. Souvenir shops are located around the
Turkish bath and the old Mosque. During the peak
season one can buy leather-goods, carpets, rugs,
jewellery and the other souvenirs as well as Turkish
fashion cloths from these shops which stay open
until the late hours. When you walk around, have a
break at one of “Paspatur” Cafes for a cup of
Turkish coffee or apple tea, it will keep you relax
and keep your mind on Fethiye as “the shining light
of eco world, worth
discovering.
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NATURE
CULTURE |
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 BAYS
& ISLANDS
It is not a dream
anymore to discover the lovely bays and
islands hugging nature and history by a boat
in Mediterranean's blue waters. Everybody
can arrive by yachts or traditional wooden
Gulets into these bays that want to keep
their holiday full with beauties, which were
known only by the seamen until 40 years ago.
For lovers of active life, sailing in
the clear waters provide great opportunities
for swimming, fishing, water skiing,
snorkelling, surfing and scuba diving.
The borders of blue heaven of Fethiye
provide various choices from north Aegean to
east Mediterranean. By starting from the
Göcek islands and bays as you wish, on
Marmaris route; Tersane Island (Dock yard),
Lycian Bay, Cleopatra’s Bath, Ağ Limani,
Ekincik Bay and Dalyan’s famous Turtle’s
Beach or instead; you can sail on Antalya
Route to see Gemiler Bay, St. Nicholas
Island, Öludeniz Blue Lagoon, Butterfly
Valley, Kalkan, Kaş and sunken city of
Kekova.
 Gulets:
The singular design of
Gulets, Turkey’s indigenous sea going
vessels, blend practicality and tradition in
a relaxed style that embodies a Blue Voyage.
Gulets have evolved from traditional
crafts for fishing and transport into their
present profile with a beam and a wide deck.
Travel agencies can arrange charters free
style or fixed trips for specific groups of
people for you individually. On a Gulet you
can explore the secluded and often deserted
bays and coves of the coast line. Ready
yourself to rediscover the blue paradise of
ecoworld in Fethiye waters...
 OLUDENIZ
BELCEKIZ:
Ölüdeniz Lagoon and
Belcekız beach are are known as Blue
Paradise in the world. Colourful holiday
complexes with lush gardens, camp sites and
hotels provide a large capacity of
accommodation for tourists. World Heritage
Babadağ hugs the area with its floral
richness. After half an hour driving to the
summit of Babadağ, you can have an
opportunity to fly single or tandem, do
paragliding and land softly on Belcekız
Beach. Babadağ and Belcekız is becoming a
centre for paragliders .
OVACIK VILLAGE:
Ovacık resort is located
4 km. from Ölüdeniz on the way to Fethiye.
Cool breezes and common Fine Mountain &
forest view caress its hotels and holiday
villages.
HİSARONU VİLLAGE:
Hisarönü Resort is next
to Ovacık Resort in the area. Hotels,
restaurants, bars, shopping centres and the
other activities describe a very colourful
life for tourists. Easy transportation to
Fethiye and Ölüdeniz from Hisarönü & Ovacık
is provided by dolmuş, which takes 5 min. to
Ölüdeniz and 20 min. to Fethiye centres.
CALIS
Çalis, which is one of the
most striking residential and recreational
centers in the region, is situated 5 km.
North of Fethiye. With its kilometers of
beach and cool evenings in the heat of the
summer, Çalis is especially noted for its
unique sunsets. Further down from Çalis,
Kargı, with its beautiful beach and the
incense trees, is a newly developing site
with a number of hotels and holiday villages
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 Fethiye
is situated in the heart of Lycia,
and an ideal centre for visiting the
ancient cities surrounding the town.
Also Fethiye is quite close distance
to Turkey’s famous sites as Ephesus,
Pamukkale, Antalya, Patara and
Dalyan—Turtle’s Beach.
There are various alternatives
for daily activities besides
enjoying sun—bathing on the beach.
Paragliding:
Flying tandem with high experienced
licensed pilots from Babadağ (1975
mt.) to Belcekız Beach in 30—40
minutes with enjoying fantastic view
of Ölüdeniz. From the hotel to the
take off place is about 45 min. Jeep
ride on the slope of th e
mountain. After getting your
equipment on, all you have to do is
to run a few steps along with the
wind and than let yourself go in to
the sky. Adrenaline and freedom.
Live it...
Diving:
The life in the sea has a rich
variation from fish, octopos, eels
and dolphins. Lots of fauna plants
and coral is waiting for underwater
photographer’s flashes to show the
marvellous colours.
Trekking—LYCIAN WAY:
 Walking
on nomad trails and ancient Lycian
paths is best way to see flora
richness of Fethiye. Lycian Way
starts from Babadağ in Ovacık
Village. You just need usual soft—walking
material with you. Every hundred
meter special boards will show you
the right direction and give basic
information about the area. Little
mountain villages will be on the way,
to meet you with their friendly
people, even semi—nomads. You can
try this year the path from Fethiye
to Kaş and see Faralya Village,
Pınara—Letoon—Xanthos ancient cities
on the way and next year from
Fethiye to Marmaris to see Caunos
ancient city, Turtle’s beach, etc…
Spectacular views will highlight
your holiday on the “Lycian Way”.
Water Sports:
Wind—surf, water ski, parasail,
ringo, banana etc… Have fun, get
relax and feel happy with such
enjoyable water sport activities.
Canoe—Kayaking:
Canoeing experience is not essential
after instruction take the current
down stream.
Drift past green meadows, eucalyptus
forest, cliffs and finish at Patara
Beach, where is 18 km long.
Horse Riding:
Daily rides around the local
countryside or Kaya Village. Horses
and ponies are for all standards.
You may wish to take advantage of
various services offered by local
authorities and various civilian
organisations to have an enjoyable
holiday in Fethiye.
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PLACES TO VISIT |
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Gemiler Island
Following the road leading from Kaya
Köyü, descend to the beautiful
Gemiler beach, surrounded by pine
and olive trees. Gemiler bay faces
St Nicholas Island where the
Byzantine ruins of a monastery lie
tucked among the olive trees. A
Japanese team has carried out
archaeological excavations at
intervals over the past 10 years and
confirmed that this is the once
residence of St Nicholas.
Araxa
Founded on the Antic Xanthos Stream
ascended, it is 40 km. away from
Fethiye.This extraordinary water
spring is subjected to mythological
stories. Rampart ruins, Turkish
baths and aqueduct of Bizantium
period are remaining from the city,
placed within territories of Ören
Village today.
Tlos
Located 28 km. from Fethiye, Tlos
is one of the oldest residential
areas of Lycia and one of the few
cities that continued its existence
up to the 19th Century. Tlos is
known as “the sports centre” of the
Lycian Federation and was the home
of the mythological winged horse,
Pegasus, and his hero Bellorophonte.
An Acropolis, the temple type tomb
of Bellorophonte, the Stadium, the
Roman Bath complex (with its great
views), and amphitheatre, are some
of the structures that remain quite
well preserved. The nearby trout
farms are an oasis on a hot summers
day, serving delicious lunches.
OENANDA:
A recently excavated city, Oenanda
is located near İncealiler Village,
about 88 km from Fethiye. British
and Turkish archaeologists
discovered about 300 scribed tablets
by the Lycian Epicurean Philosopher,
Dioghenes.
Letoon
Letoon was a holy city, dedicated to
the Goddess Leto. Located at
Kumluova Village and 4 km from
Xanthos, it is known that all holy
ceremonies were performed here by
the priests of the temples of Leto,
Artemis and Apollon.
Pinara
The Lycians’ “Beauty Center”, Pınara
is on the way to Minare Village and
can be reached by a short road
branching off from the Fethiye—Kaş
highway. Numerous Pigeon Hole type
simple tombs carved into the cliff
faces, a hearth planned Aphrodite
Temple with fine friezes and a well
preserved amphitheatre are probably
the most interesting remains of
Pınara.
Cadianda
The ancient city of Cadianda is
located near Üzümlü Village, about
20 Km. from Fethiye. Fine examples
of Cyclops Walls, a sports complex,
theatre and Heroon like temple tombs
are all worth seeing, as are the
magnificent views out over Fethiye.
Üzümlü
Uzumlu village (grape village) is 18
kilometres from Fethiye, nestled in
foothills. Here the quality
variaties of grapes are still grown,
as the name of village suggests. On
looms found in most homes, a local
pure cotton material (known as
‘Dastar’) is woven by the village
women. Table clothes & curtains are
among the finished products
available.
Kayaköy
It is a Greek settlement founded
beginning from
14th century over antic Karmillassos,
fully destroyed excluding a few
house type tomb as a result of
earthquakes and foundation period is
not known definitely.Its former name
is Levissi. Kayaköy, teaching
humanity on the concepts of
friendship, brotherhood and peace,
and united with five Turkish
villages during its lifetime, is one
of the pride resources of our region.
According to a "population exchange"
agreement signed between Turkish and
Greek governments on 1922, Greek
population of Kayaköy is exchanged
with Turkish population residing in
Western Thrace.
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Telmessos
Antic Theater Antic sources are
mentioning that
there was a huge theater at
Telmessos.On 1993, during the
drilling excavations, performed by
Fethiye Museum Directorate, sitting
lines of the theater are founded
under 3 - 4 meters of soil stratum
filled with erosion. As a result of
studies continued till 1995, all
ruins existing from theater are
revealed today. It is understood
that early Roman period constructed,
IIth century BC repaired theater has
5000 persons capacity and used as an
arena during Bizantium period.
Relieve project for repair of
Telmessos Theater, responding to the
1500 persons' usage with conditions
of today, is completed.
Caunus
The city is
situated on the land across the
Dalyan strait at Ortaca. According
to poet Ovidius, Miletos had twins,
Caunus and Byblis. During
adolescence, Byblis felt an enormous
love for her twin and grew most
possessive. Though well aware of the
unnatural aspect of her love, Byblis
sent a letter of declaration to
Caunus whereupon the mythological
King was both enraged and disgusted.
To avoid meeting her, he escaped
from Miletos, to the Carian and
Lycian border where he founded the
city of Caunus.
Mosques
Cezayirli Mosque Mosque is
constructed by Cezayirli Hasan Pasha
on 1791. Hasan Pasha had also
acquired various works of art such
as Kemer Köprüsü (Arc Bridge), Pasha
In at Yayla road, Aqueducts within
Yaka village to Fethiye.
Inns
Main inns of Fethiye; are Ilıca Inn
(on the Üzümlü road), İncir Inn,
Karatoprak Inn (on İnbecik road),
Pasha Inn on Kemer - Seki road,
Daydur Inn and Naldöken Inn.
Rocky
Tombs
Likya
Rocky Tombs 4th century B. C.
monuments from
Lycia period within city are drawing
interest. These are the tombs
excavated to natural rocks, which
became the symbol of the city.Amintas,
most beautiful and most magnificent
one of the tombs, can be reached via
lots of regular stages. This tomb
can also be seen from the below
plains, and when you come near, the
admiration against its greatness
increases. At the middle part of the
left column, "Herparnias's son
Amintas" is written with 4th century
B. C. alphabet. Identification of
this person is not clearly known.
There are lots of tombs, valuable to
be seen, within the province. Most
important one of these is the one
which belongs to Lycia period. There
is a strange appearance of the tomb
ascending within sea. There is a
rectangular, wooden chords reminding
embcarves and a gothic style cover
with arc on the two layered front
side. Both sides of the cover is
embossed with frisks picturing wars,
and it is thought that these are
belonging to the life of the person.
Castles
Fethiye Castle It is thought that
castle ascending at the south of the
city belongs to knights of Saint
John.There are two simple and small
rocky tombs on the eastern face of
the hill, excluding a cistern with
indefinite history and a few
writings carved to the walls.
Beaches
Ölüdeniz (Blue
Lagoon) - Belcekız
Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon), referred as
"The Eden bestowed by God to World"
according to Tourism authorities, is
a tourism center that is cost to
world with its reputation exceeding
country.Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) with
very green pine forests reached to
shores, tepid sea and long beaches
in which all tones of green, blue
and violet color can be seen, is a
wonder of the World. Recently
parachute divers from the peaks of
the 1975 m. height Babadağı, are
facing with the most breathtaking
panorama of the world. There are
numerous touristic facilities,
restaurant, shopping centers, as
well as health cabinets, showers -
toilets, buffets, changing cubicles
etc. within this unique bay, serving
to enter sea possibility for ten
months of the year, and
transportation to the center 14 km.
away from province is supplied for
whole day via dolmuşes.
Kıdrak Bay
at 3 km. south of Belceğiz, is an
ideal daily resting place with its
dense pine trees, clean beach and
clear sea.
Faralya
Sweet coastal village at the end of
Kıdrak road, is a resort place for
wanderers with its wild nature,
appropriate climate, friendly people
and its attractiveness.
Kelebekler
Vadisi (Butterfly Valley)
This interesting canyon, surrounded
by 350 m. high mountains, 3 - 4
miles away from Ölüdeniz (Blue
Lagoon), took its name from
butterflies named "Jarsey Tiger"
seen between July and September
months. Arrival to bay, which is an
earth paradise with pink oleander
flowers adorning environment and
small fall flowing for summer and
winter, wide coast, clean sea,
glittering pebbles, is maintained
from Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) via
ships. Camping area with tents,
restaurant, bar, roof, shower,
changing cubicles, etc.
possibilities are submitted within
the valley which is the meeting
place of world wanderers.
Saklıkent (Hidden
City)
It is 50 km. away from province
center and within the territories of
Kayadibi Village. It is a natural
miracle secreted within 18 km. long,
and its height reaches 600 m. from
place to place, unique canyon. It is
an unique tourism center, so wing
mountaineering, trekking, swimming
possibilities for people fond of
nature with steep rocky mountains,
plane trees and clearly flowing
ebullient springs.
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Yakapark
It is an unique refreshment place,
in which unforgettable moments can
be lived within the mysteries of
voices of water and birds, formed
together with wide wealth of nature
with works and creativity of human.
Transportation is maintained with a
2 km. road from Yaka Village.
Göcek
It is 30
km. away from province, and on the
Fethiye - Muğla highway. Göcek,
which has an appearance of a sweet
fisherman borough, become one of the
most important centers of yachting
tourism recently. It is an unique
tourism heaven with its numerous
bays and islands, near ruin places
and surrounding pine grove hills
besides its natural harbor. All
kinds of services can be submitted
to yachting people within marinas,
and if required, they can also
accommodate within small sweet
facilities, and enjoy within fish
restaurants and bars, and enliven
their holidays with daily tours and
water sports.
Islands
Part named by fishermen as "Inside
the Darkness", composed of islands
and Kapıdağ Peninsula, adorned
numerous bays, more beautiful than
one another, is the resort place of
blue voyagers. YASSICA Islands,
Hamam Bay, Kurşunlu Bay, Yavansu,
Bedri Rahmi Bay, Tersane Island,
Göbün Bay, Boynuzbükü, Göcek Island,
Domuz Island, Zeytin Island, Kızıl
Island, reached via daily tours from
Fethiye and Göcek, are also named as
"12 Islands" within the region and
holds the characteristic of
 most
important attraction area.
Oyuktepe Bays
Mempaşa, Küçük Samanlık, Büyük
Samanlık, Boncuklu, kuleli Aksazlar,
Akvaryum, Turunç Pınarı etc. natural
bays on the peninsula where to big
holiday village of the province are
present, is a daily promenade place
to where regional people are
frequently visits.
Katrancı Bay
It is 17 km. away from the city and
on the Muğla Highway. Bay covered
with dense pine trees extending till
to the sea is an inside forest
refreshment area, and is an ideal
camping with tents and daily
promenade place in which services
like shower, WC, changing cubicles,
drinking water, buffet, arbor, car
parks are submitted.
Daily (Küçük
Kargı)
It is 19 km. away from the city on
the Fethiye - Muğla highway. Bay
adorned with dense daily trees faced
very rarely in the world, is a
camping and daily promenade area. It
is drawing attraction of every
national and foreign person with its
perfect services and unique nature
in which separate beauties are
exhibited during each season of the
year.
Çalış Beach
Çalış, described as 5 km. away from
the province and best place to watch
sun go down, is one of the most
favorite places of the province
tourism with its 4 km. of beach,
cool wind during hot summer nights,
"Caretta Caretta"s, sea appropriate
for water sports, numerous qualified
resort facilities, restaurants, bars,
shopping and transportation
possibilities.
Hisarönü -
Ovacık
These two
typical Turkish village within
Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) borough, have
turned their these most particular
characteristics into dense
accommodation, shopping and
amusement center. Ovacık and
Hisarönü, which have become the most
active focus points of tourism, are
holding another importance with
their being near to attraction areas
such as Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon),
Babadağ, Kayaköy . (Thanks to
Fethiye Life) |
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