Local News and Information for the Aegean City of Fethiye, Muğla, Combined with a Broader View of Turkey's Rich Culture and History
Lycia is the historical name of the Tekke Peninsula, on Turkey’s South-west coast. Mountains rise from the rocky coastline, providing beautiful views over the Mediterranean, pine trees mixed with carob give way to juniper and cedar trees at higher elevations. The Lycians were a democratic and warlike people, with a high standard of living for … Continue reading The Lycian Way
Xanthos was the capital city of the Lycian Federation and was its greatest city throughout Lycian history. It became famous in the 19th century when it was discovered by British explorer Charles Fellows. Xanthos date back to the 8th century BC but it is possible that the site may have existed during the Bronze Age or … Continue reading Xanthos
Translated as “Tower of Forgiveness”, Af kule is an ancient monastery, located in the village of Kayaköy. Clinging to the high cliffs over the sea, the site affords some really impressive views over the Gulf of Fethiye, as far away as Rhodes if the skies are clear. Legend has it that the monastery was built … Continue reading Af Kule Monastery, Kayaköy
Hikers and cyclists will soon have even more reason to make trips to Turkey, as a beautiful new network of trails is opening up in the southwest of the country. The ECO Trails are based around the towns of Köyceğiz, Ortaca and Dalaman in Muğla Province. The routes will effectively link up southwest Turkey’s existing … Continue reading A New Network of Hiking and Cycling Trails is Opening in Southwest Turkey
Preparations of the 19th International Fethiye Ölüdeniz Air Games Festival are underway, with the International festival taking place from 16th – 21st October 2018. 900 pilots from 31 countries will participate in this year’s Ölüdeniz Air Games, starting on Tuesday 16th October from 11:00, at the 1,700 metre take off point, Mount Babadağ. Paragliding shows, … Continue reading 19th International Fethiye Ölüdeniz Air Games Festival
Saklikent, meaning "hidden city" in Turkish, is approximately 50km from Fethiye. At approximately 20km long, it is one of the most cavernous canyons in the world. It was opened as a National Park in 1996 and is a popular destination with both locals and tourists alike. The National Park is open all year, although from … Continue reading Saklikent Gorge
Set inland on the banks of the Dalyan River, Dalyan is a serene village unblemished by mass tourism. Each morning a flotilla of boats set off down the river, transporting tourists to the beautiful sandy beaches of İztuzu, bordered by tall bulrushes and pampas grass. Above the river's precipitous cliffs are the worn porticos of … Continue reading Dalyan
Fethiye is a city in the Muğla Province, in the Aegean region of Turkey, and is one of Turkey’s most popular tourist areas. Modern-day Fethiye is located on the site of the ancient city of Telmessos, the ruins of which can still be found around the city. A Lycian legend tells that the origin of … Continue reading A Brief History of Fethiye
Tlos, one of six key cities of Lycia, is an ancient citadel, 4 kilometres from Saklikent Gorge, and is believed to be one of the most important religious cities in the Lycian empire. Settlement at the site is believed to have started over 4,000 years ago. Known as Tlawa in Lycian texts, Tlos was inhabited … Continue reading Tlos
