Fethiye, the former Telmessos, nicknamed “Immaculate Virgin of the country of Lights” is in a beautiful bay surrounded by pine forests. In the Gulf north, twelve islands close the bay. Remains Persian, lyciens, Carien and Roman contribute to the celebrity places. Fethiye is one of the most important tourism thanks to its cultural wealth and its superb geographical setting.

SPORTS AND LEISURE

Water sports: diving, rafting and paragliding (on the summit of Mount Babadag) is easily practiced in the region. Notice to thrill!

Beaches: beaches and coves are èdent Station near Fethiye. Minibuses known as “dolmus” link to the city all day. Pine forests down to the coast, warm water, in turn purple and blue, and the long sandy beach transform Oludeniz (Dead Sea in the literal sense) in bathers’ paradise. You can also go to Calis, 4 km of pristine beaches ventilated with a gentle breeze await you …

HISTORY

Once maritime city on the border of Lycia and the caries, the current Fethiye gate in the ancient name Telmessos. The city existed since the fifth century BC and has long ensured its independence vis-à-vis the Lycia. However, it falls under the domination of foreign powers: Persia, Alexander the Great, Rome, Kingdom of Pergamon, Byzantium, and Principality of Menteseogullari Ottoman Empire.

SITES

Ancient cities: Tlos it would be the oldest city in the region Lycian (2000 BC). Admire the cemetery installed on the rock of the Acropolis. The remarkable prehistoric royal tomb is dedicated to Bellerophon, cavalier mythical Pegasus.

Xanthos: Former political capital of Lycia, she was nicknamed “the city claims” because of the attacks, earthquakes and fires and suffered “city of monuments” for its numerous relics.

Island Boat (Gemiler Adasi): one of the first centers spread of Christianity, also known as Saint-Nicolas, boats travel there Blue calling.

Letoon: it was found that the famous stele trilingual (lycien, Greek and Aramaic).

Pinar: its temple dedicated to Aphrodite and its many tombs in a “nest of pigeons” deserve your attention.

Remains: the ancient theater: built in the early Roman period, it was used as an arena to the Byzantine period.

The Citadel: built by the Knights of St. John of Rhodes, the fortress includes small rock tombs, some inscriptions and a tank.

Rock Tombs: dated XIV century BC, the rock tombs of Lycia have the reputation of Fethiye. That of Amyntas (fourth century BC.), Cut into the rock, dominates the city, colossal. Its facade is composed of two columns and a false door, like a temple.

MUSEUMS

The mus ear of Fethiye houses works from the Hellenistic period to the Byzantine period. There is also a section of Ethnography. Tel. : (90-252) 614 11 50. Open every day except Monday from 9 am to 18 pm.

SHOPPING

Do not miss carpets woven by peasants in the region, or bags sold in the bazaar of Fethiye (next to the old Turkish baths). And why not bring a three-stringed violin, manufactured locally?

KITCHEN

The fish lovers will be delighted to Fethiye. Taste in next port along the promenade or in the bazaar.

CLIMATE

There is in Fethiye a Mediterranean climate. There is hot and dry in summer and winter is warm and rainy. The temperature around 30 degrees C in summer and over 10 ° C in winter. Sea temperature does not descend below 16 ° C.

TO GET fethiye

By car or bus: Three roads linking Fethiye in Mugla, Antalya and Burdur. Tel. the bus station: (90-252) 262 46 87

By air: The nearest airports are at Dalaman (50 km) and Bodrum (255 km). Besides regular flights THY (Turkish Airlines), there are international flights.

By Boat: The port of Fethiye, thanks to its natural situation well protected, is the passage of all yachts. The boats belonging to the Directorate General of Turkish Maritime Lines stop in Fethiye when traveling in the Mediterranean held during the summer.

ACCOMMODATIONS

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NOT TO BE MISSED

• The beaches of Oludeniz, the village hidden valley and butterflies, paradise bay where the water is transparent

• Sipping a glass of drink on the port

• Attend an evening hosted by Turkish dancers accompanied by local instruments

TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Tourist Information: (90-252) 614 15 27-612 19 75

Security: (90-252) 614 40 17

Port Authority: (90-252) 614 11 87

Hospital: (90-252) 614 40 17