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Cavus Bay & Kekova
South of Olympos, tranquil waters and sandy beaches line the
Bay of Cavus. Here yoj can waterski on calm waters, discover
the colorful marine life or explore the incredible sea caves
on the northern shore.
An entry port west of Olympos, Finike is surrounded by citrus
trees and gardens. A sandy beach stretches to the east, and to
the west are rocky bays and coves.
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Famous Finike Orange |
Lycian sarcophagus, Lymira |
Limyra,an ancient Lycian city, is 10 km inland from Finike,
via Turuncova. The fourth century B.C. Pericles mausoleum,
decorated with caryatids, is a magnificent example of ancient
art. The city walls and Roman theater are also of interest.
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Finike |
Farther on this road is the Lycian city of Arikanda.Set high
on the mountain overlooking one of Turkey's most beautiful
vaileys, the extensive ruins include the agora theater,
stadium bouleuterion, water system, gymnasium, baths and
scattered sarcophagi.
At Demre (Kale), the ancient Myra,(25 km west of Finike), many
splendidly carved rock tomos overlook the magnificent Roman
theater. St. Nicholas was the bishop of this Mediterranean
city during the fourth century, and died here in 342. Every
year in December the Santa Claus Commemoration Ceremony
attracts many tourists who spend their Christmas holidays on
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Kekova Island |
Dalyanagzi,the ancient harbor of Andriace, west of Demre, has
a good beach for swimming and sunbathing.
Kekova is an island an hour from Dalyanagzi by sea as well as
the name of a whole ensemble of picturesque islands, numerous
bays and ancient cities. These bays provide natural harbors in
all seasons, and yachtsmen particularly enjoy exploring the
unspoilt landscape. Along the northern shore of Kekova Island
at Apollonia,earthquakes have disturbed the land causing some
of the ancient houses to sink under the clear water, creating
a sunken city. Kalekoy Castle (Simena) offers a bird's-eye
view of the bays, inlets, islands and colorful yachts sailing
peacefully on the glassy water. |
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