On the beautiful coastal road 400 of Finike Kas after they come after Demre / Myra.In the Schwemmlandebene of Demre Cay is this place, in some cards even as Kale, dhBurg, called wird.Der place Demre is not just boring, but much to offer, he has just been nicht.Die Most visitors come for the famous Lycian rock tombs in Myra, and because of the hl.Nikolaus hierher.Man so has the impression of the place was only because many coaches and tourists but does durchzuschleussen.Man Demre a little wrong, because the place is quite quirlig.So there are now in the town some good restaurants in the middle, in which one very good and cheap restaurants.

Access to the cliff tombs in the town itself is well ausgeschildert.Auf a large parking their car, they can free parken.Durch the oblgatorische tourists mile and cash on the house they come to the rock tombs and graves röm.Theater.Die rocks are now locked, you may only on the terrain below the theater is still Gräber.Zum access gestattet.Es there is a new wooden staircase on the very conveniently in the theater kann.Für get interested, there is much to sehen.Wenn they have the good fortune in the theater with a Japanese Swabian accent sings Spanish songs, they have also an excellent impression of the acoustics in the theater.

The theater itself is only preserved as a single building, the rest of the city of Myra is partly under the rubble begraben.Gerade is being created to assemble the theater again, dhdas stage house is big again aufgebaut.Ein Crane disturbs the sight to the theater, but without it just nicht.Das stage house is only until 2.Stockwerk received and there will be some time before everything rebuilt his wird.Unterhalb ruins of the castle built in the hills are known as Felsengräber.Die graves are houses built around the deceased to give the feeling they were too Haus.Da left on a hill free-standing grave because even really looks like a house Lycian aus.Die beam structure truly is amazingly nachgemacht.Bei closely, they are also in the wider environment, many other tombs in entdecken.Eines the cliffs of the most beautiful tombs found in the so-called River Nekropole.Gehen they simply back into the village and turn left behind the school on an unpaved road ab.Es worth quite bestimmt.Hierher someone comes very rarely.

The city has temporarily by Myra Byzantine emperor even skin Lycian city have been appointed, that was 5.Jh.Für Myra in this period was an important time.

If they leave Demre in the direction of Kas errreichen after ca.4km Andriake.Unterhalb the coast road you can see remnants of this ancient port liegen.Im years 59n.Chr.ist here the Apostle Paul went ashore on the way to the beach Rom.Am numerous Sarcophagi and nearby buildings are still visible.

Left from the old port, you can bank on the street still many old warehouses sehen.Sehr impressive is the large grain storage, Granarium.Die facade is 65m long sein.Weite parts of the port today but versumpft.Wir want but also the church of St. Nicholas visit in the city center liegt.Westlich from the large main square is the Church, whose visit, however Admission kostet.Wem However, a glance over the fence enough, here is the famous statue of hl.Nikolaus sehen.Sie is beautiful here under the trees . In the church itself is actually not very much to the layman sehen.Selbst will notice the many styles vorherrschen.Jede time here renoviert.Einige beautiful frescoes and mosaics are on the ground and see the famous place of Bischofs.Es but up today is not proved, the Bishop Nicholas buried here located hat.Der Bishop Nicholas was for his generosity bekannt.Er distributed according to the tales anonymous gifts and charity to poor Menschen.Wie history knows, he let his gifts sometimes fall through the grate . Thus began the derWeg Nicholas up in our Zeit.Heute he owns Renntiere and red truck with neon.

I would now like to have a small outline of the history of ancient Lycia give.

They draw a line from Antayla to Fethiye, south of the entire peninsula, which was Lykien.Das mountainous hinterland was even then thinly besiedelt.Die coastal region on the other hand, was and is still very good besiedelt.Die Schwemmlandebenen the coast fruchtbar.Dieses is very even today everywhere in the many greenhouses to see.

The Lycian even developed its own script, which has not been correctly deciphered ist.Über 20 cities formed a community to freely choose their rulers were allowed.

Lycia was altersher always been a region that many other nations have been conquered.

6.Jh.v.Chr.eroberten the Persians in the area, followed by a period in which the region under the influence of Athens stand.Im 4.Jh.v.Chr.kam Alexander dGSpäter then, the region was a colony of Egyptian Reiches.Die then followed by the Romans and Egyptians Byzantinern.Schliesslich in 7.Jh.wurde the territory arabisch.Den Arabs followed the Seljuk and so was Lycia moslemisch.Bis today is to geblieben.Die beautiful remnants of the Lycian are precisely the time famous rock tombs, which they in the entire area exposed in many places can be found.

At the northern end of the Bay of Adrasan have Mediha and Holger their “Diving Center Adrasan” set up. Who once for diving in Safaga on the Red Sea was aware of the two. The diving center is located directly on the beach and is completely refurbished with 12 liters of devices and Bauer compressor.

Diving

With the new dive boat “Fish” is on the upstream diving grounds. The boat is 8.40 meters long, 3.10 meters wide and 12 divers offers convenient place. It is specially designed for diving has been. Now, even more distant places within easy reach. For large groups is still a big day tour boat ready. For the safety of the divers is an oxygen device on board. After diving, there is tea and all-day trips will be aboard a lunch prepared (for a small fee).

Duikstekken

Daily tours run without stress and bustle of the “5 islands” with charming landscapes, such as underwater caves, grottoes and steep walls. The fish wealth is considerable.

Training

Education and training in accordance with the directives of BARAKUDA / CMAS and PADI. Spezialbrevets night diving and orientation. More Brevets on request.

The beach is sandy Adrasan of gravelly and goes up initially very flat into the sea. Because the bay is protected against currents, the water is warm very quickly – so ideal for children. For them there is room enough on the wide beach.

Idyll, romance, peace – and yet it is never boring in Adrasan. On the southern end of the bay, there are a multitude of small bars and even smaller shops. You can borrow surfboards or boat tours make. The north end is much quieter – here leads a small creek in which a handful of restaurants will flow. Eaten – specialty is fresh trout – is on wooden platforms, some tables and chairs are also easily in water.

Is a fascinating walk to the village three kilometers away Cavusköy. The village, which Lokantas and Cayhanes, the teahouses where the men with serious faces policy, the small mosque and the extremely friendly villagers, the shops in the village, all that is not only worth a visit. Who comes here as a guest, yet experienced what hospitality means. And the guest is then often also a friend. But there is more to see. The Suluada example, the Water Island, their source of fresh water will help against kidney stones. The boat tour is also worth but also for those who do not have kidney stones … And then, of course, also by boat to reach the Sazak Bay. There is a source of locals and the promise that who like this morning before breakfast drink, abruptly his digestive complaints was happening. Nebendran is equal Porto Ceneviz, once a notorious pirate bay. That there is still a pirate treasures to be discovered there, we do not want to promise.

The small town of Kemer is situated between the Mediterranean Sea and the Taurus Mountains. This charming seaside resort is only 43 km from Antalya and about 65 km from the international airport of Antalya.

Koy formerly Eski (old town), on the reputation Kemer (means water) in 191O. The villagers have constructed 23 km of length of the aqueduct at the foot of the Taurus chain to protect the village from floods. This ancient village has become one of the most important tourist center of Turkey from 1980 with the tourist region of Antalya.

Kemer: spectacular scenery, beaches, forests

Kemer has a spectacular landscape: broad sandy beaches alongside pine forests at the foot of the mountain range of Taurus (Toros Daglar). This place blends seamlessly tourist in this beautiful landscape and offers all the benefits of a modern seaside resort. A fully equipped marina with 300 yachts and facilities for all kinds of activities are available to tourists.

Visit Kemer

Kemer is the starting point for excursions to discover the many natural archaeological sites in the region.

The esplanade by the sea, north of the marina, can go to cafes, shops and beach by stairs. In front of the marina of Kemer, visit the park Yoruk, housed in the mini peninsula. You’ll find traditional craftsmen and you will discover the everyday life of nomads. You will assist in the preparation of Ayran, beverage or yogurt weaving a carpet. Behind the beach, there are places where walks drinks will be served. Along the bay, pleasant land have sports and leisure facilities discreetly hidden among the pines.

Those who want to shop will be filled by the extraordinary variety of souvenirs at their disposal.

Practical Guide Kemer

Kemer is a charming small town and is an ideal resort to enjoy holidays. Liman Caddesi, the main street, bordered by pine trees, hotels, bars, cafes and shops where you can make good purchases leather, souvenirs and Turkish carpets. In the north, at the end of the street is the marina of Kemer (marina) south of the beach pebbles surrounded by green grass and fragrant pine trees. There are also equipment rentals on the beach for water sports such as sailing, water skiing, jet skiing, umbrellas …

Around Kemer

Beldibi is a seaside resort 12 km from Kemer. He is also visiting the Beldibi cave, prehistoric remains were discovered.

The ancient city of Phaselis, 15 km south of Kemer, Phaselis was an important commercial center in the 5th century with its three ports located at the foot of the mountain Tahtali. The trading port dating from the Hellenistic period became archbishop during the Roman period, contains mostly Roman ruins: ports, walls of the citadel, the Temple of Jupiter, Karal way Antonius Caravella and theater. Phaselis is a pleasant place where young swimmers can swim in safety, in a setting where nature and history is one.

Getting to Kemer

By bus: shuttle follow every ten minutes on the road Kemer-Antalya
By plane: Kemer is only an hour’s drive from Antalya airport
By boat: the services are held regularly.

Climate and Weather: Kemer has a typical Mediterranean climate with hot summers and dry winters and rainy temperate. Bathed in sunshine for 300 days, Kemer provides a long tourist season.

Side Travel Info

The main street of Side is only for the riparian traffic open. The bus station is 500 meters before the entrance. Side is a picturesque village with an impressive ancient city and is ideal for shopping for jeans, T-shirts, sweatshirts, as well as gold and leather goods. When shopping you should carefully examine all things. It is often second choice of goods offered. Prices Easter 2001: Jeans 25 – DM, DM 20 25 sweatshirts, T-shirt 3.50 4.50 DM Who is not in the prices paid haggles 30 100% more. Caution! The seller is not afraid to eschew a tourist abzuzocken. The prices are on Monday at the market in Manavgat slightly cheaper than in Side. We have not exchanged Turkish lira because everything can pay with DM. The hotel facilities are located in five regions of the right and left side.

Weather in April – Southern Turkey

Night temperatures around 12 to 15 C. By day 17 to 24C. We had three days with rain, though there have only about one hour has rained. The night temperatures were relatively cool. We have extra blankets and a heater, the evening we run about one hour left in our hotel room can bring. Some rooms could be used to heat the air conditioner use. When the sun shone, it was pleasantly warm. Until one day we were in the pool every afternoon swim.

Excursions – Turkey – Turkish Riviera

In addition to the tour operators also offer a few Trips to local providers.

For this you should in any case before inquire how much time on sales events in leather and gold carpet shops or spends. The trips are very inexpensive because there are coffee trips. The rides are for children in dolmus and the local organizers for free.

Side trips

Manavgat with the dolmus for 2 – DM or by taxi on Monday when the market because all buses are full for 10 – DEM boat tour of the yellow bridge in Manavgat waterfall on the 10th – DM Antalya and Alanya are from the bus station in Manavgat (next to the yellow bridge) with the intercity for 6 8 – DM easily accessible.

Pamukkale Tour 2 days, Wednesday and Saturday. approximately 40 – to 180 – DM

Through the Taurus Mountains, the long journey. There are stops at a small nomadic family, Salda Lake, in a Karawansarai and made a Knottet carpet. The stay at the sinter limestone terraces takes about 2 hours.

Alanya tour, Friday about 10 – to 40 – DM

Alaraherberge, banana plantation, stalactite cave, fortress of Alanya, boat tours, market visits, Manavgat waterfall.

Cappadocia Tour 3 days, Tuesday and Friday. ca 90, – to 320th – DM

Taurus Mountains, Konya, Sultanhan, Feenkamiene, open air museum, underground city, Ihlara valley. Super Interesting, but who only a week remains should prefer a tour book.

Antalya tour, Tuesday and Saturday. approximately 10 – to 30 – DM

Roman bridge, theater Aspendos, Perge Antique City, waterfall or Kursunluwasserfälle dunes, sightseeing, Antique port, Alexander waterfall.

Villages ride, Wednesday and Sunday. approximately 30 – DM

Ancient Kanyonbrücke Reserve, village tour, ancient city Selge, meals on the river.

Boat Tour, Monday Wednesday and Friday. about 35th – DM

Swim break at the mouth, blue voyage and eat at the small waterfall, bus to a large waterfall, Manavgatbesuch.

This city has a pleasant recreational centers with all the charm of modern tourism.

In 1220, the city was the winter residence of the Sultan Aleaddin Keykubat (12th century Seljuk). The fortress is located on steep mountain chains, the well-preserved body of the fleet Seljuk and imposing Kizil Kule (The tower red) octagonal just this time.

A street, which winds through gardens stand where colorful houses, up to the fortress, which it is located at 260 meters high over the city. It is surrounded by double walls with its 150 laps. On the inside, you find the remains of the Seljuk city: a mosque, a caravanserai and a covered bazaar. Later after rocks, you see, the ruins of a tank and a Byzantine church. From the top, available to you a wonderful panoramic view. Also, if you want to admire a show while on vacation, come to participate folklore events which are held every year in August.

Some caves to visit at around Alanya

The cave Damlatas is interesting to visit because her two vaults superimposed. On the cave Damlatas, lies the park of Ataturk which crowns the city and beautifies the fortress. The park was established in a different style. North of the latter is the museum of Alanya exposing valuable archaeological objects. (Closed Mondays).

The other caves to visit are: the cave Kizlar manastari (monastery girls) where pirates beach alanya turkey, İncekum sequestering women slaves, the cave Asiklar (Lovers) and the Cave Fosforlu (phosphorus) phosphorescent rock grotto illuminated by spot colorful. These caves are accessible only by boat.

Beaches in Alanya: On the road Alanya – Avsallar (İncekum), 25 km from Alanya you will see many complex and holiday centers along the beaches and full of activities. Between Alanya and Gazipasa, have natural beaches await you.

The city of Antalya today is the capital of the eponymous region. Since the year 1997, the Partnership for City of Nuremberg in Germany. From here, was also a tram cars over. The landmark of the city of Antalya is the minaret of the Yivli-Minare Mosque, located in the city center. It was the 13th Century by Sultan Kayqubad I. built. Meanwhile, the city of Antalya is a major tourist center. Nearby is also the Antalya Airport, as the focal point for tourists on the Turkish Riviera is. Here lie very close to the famous resorts Belek and Kemer. With a population census in 2000 the city had 606,500 residents of Antalya. It is the eighth largest city in Turkey. Here grow especially fruit and vegetables. The image of the landscape is heavily agricultural. Especially citrus fruits are grown here happy. It is expected here steadily rising numbers of visitors. This region is particularly so for Germans, Russians, Dutch and British popular.

According to a description of tourists is the Hadrianstor the only remaining gateway to the ancient city of Antalya as well as to the port. The wall then went right and left of the goal. This gate was in honor of a visit by Hadrian built. Only at 4 pedestals built with 3 decorated archways, can be found on the 2 sides do not lay down front. All in all, this object has less charm of a city gate. It more resembles the Roman triumphal arch. The 2 towers left and right are different. The left tower is reminiscent of the time of the Romans, the right recalls the time of Alaaddin Keykubat I. This gate was restored in 1959 quite burdensome.

In the town of Alanya himself fascinated here already some distance from the castle. It certainly worthwhile to visit this mountain. Enter eight points but you when you visit in the midday heat started running. The temperatures here in the summer very hot. And that is certainly no more fun. Even more had to unwary tourists from the local ambulance to be fetched. This is a real disgrace! For such an experience is the mountain and the beautiful view, you can enjoy up here, just much too nice. You better enjoy the wonderful view from the fortress. The numerous restaurants and cafes are particularly in the evening hours very popular. During the day you should look at the Kleopatrastrand visit. This name is because Cleopatra of her boyfriend this wonderful state got a gift. Their joy at that time must have been enormous. The beach is simply fantastic.

To take the time to sell is also worth a stroll through the market in Alanya. Every Friday found him right next to the bus station. It is advisable here to go the same morning. It is still cool and the goods are not already “aufgekocht.” A few Turkish words, you can not do any harm but you also find someone who understands German. Not to speak it with hands and feet. Fruit and vegetables you can find plenty here. Even cheese you can get. You get fish in the fish hall. Who likes in the confectionery, it should not be here in no case to hold back. The many small cakes and desserts taste just wonderful. The dentist will probably be the cold horror, as most Turkish desserts are made of sugar and sugar again. If you’re not so wild after his sweet, try it once at the bottom of the harbor. Besides the tattoo studio you will get probably the best doner kebab in the city. A small menu shows vividly (with photo) the delicacies that there are here. At the other end of the harbor to find the Simitworld. Simit are sesame squiggle, with all sorts of evidence can be and always wonderfully tasty. Try it just once. They are certainly enthusiastic. Besides the Simitworld find nice restaurants, on the water “swim”. Here is one way or the other hour on the evening certainly well spent.