Oludeniz and Saklikent
Saklikent |
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 (kelebekler vadisi means Butterly 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). |
Entrance of Butterfly Valley |
A 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.
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Some interior views of Saklikent