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Oludeniz-Saklikent
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The road to Belcegiz Bay takes you through the mountains
where cozy guest houses cater to those seeking mountain
scenery. Ocakkoy is the mountain village that is a must see,
stay in one of the lovely guest houses, and enjoy the numerous
trekking possibilities. Hisaronu, also in the mountains, has
very nice hotels. 4 km from Hisaronu,Kayakoy is a picturesque
ghost town of old houses and churches all empty. Explore the
bay and the beautiful Blue Lagoon, Olu Deniz, where the calm,
crystal clear water is ideal for swimming and other water
sports.The Blue Lagoon is one of the best places in the world
to do absolutely nothing except soak up the sun amid stunning
natural surroundings. At Mt.Baba(1,969 m), you can paraglide
into the Blue Lagoon. For those who prefer accomodation
facilities, Belcegiz beach is recommended.
Intoxicating scenery surrounds Kidirak's beach and shady
park. On Gemiler Island (St. Nicholas's Island),Byzantine
ruins lie tucked among the pines.South of Kidirak beach,
Koturumsu Bay is reachable only by boat. Beyond the idyllic
beach, a forest, waterfalls and a valley filled with hundreds
of varieties of butterflies await the explorer. High in the
mountains above Fethiye a rushing torrents cuts a narrow gorge
through the mountains,creating Saklikent (Hidden City).
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cool refuge on hot summer days, Saklikent is a favorite picnic
spot, with rustic restaurants serving delectable fresh trout. 36
km south of Fethiye, Yakakoy (Tlos) is the oldest city in the
Lycian region. The home of the Lycian Hero Bellerophon,visitors
can see the remains of a castle, agora, necropolis,
theatre,Roman baths and a good view of Esen Valley. 2 km east of
the villages is Tlos Park, ideal for picknicking. Pinara,49 km
south of Fethiye, is another ancient mountain city; it is ideal
for trekking and visitors can see the remains of a
theatre,agora,rock tomb, baths and ancient brothels.About 65 km
from Fethiye,to the southeast, near Kinik,are the ruins of
Xanthos, an important Lycian capital in a splendid natural
setting. Letoon, nearby was formerly an important religious cult
center where three temples dedicated to leto, Artemis and Apollo
stood in ancient times.
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