Discover the unique Kas – Kekova region

Similar to many towns along the Lycian coast, Kas is situated squeezed between the mountains and the sea. Kas, formerly known as Antiphellus, still shows some remnants of the ancient settlement. An old theater on the lengthy peninsula of Kas is reachable by foot from the town. Kekova, meaning “place of the sun,” is an island located an hour away from Dalyanagzi by boat, and it also refers to a collection of charming islands, many bays, and historic cities. These bays offer natural harbors throughout the year, and sailors especially appreciate discovering the pristine scenery. Along the northern coast of Kekova Island, in Apollonia, seismic activity has unsettled the ground, resulting in some of the historic homes submerging beneath the crystal-clear water, forming an sunken city. Kalekoy Castle (ancient Simena) provides an aerial perspective of the bays, coves, islands, and vibrant yachts gliding serenely on the calm water. The hues in a Van Gogh artwork, azure skies, amber sunsets, twinkling, twinkling nights, serenity and calm, frolicking dolphins, legendary enigmas, and the shimmering sea – Kekova offers all this and beyond. At Demre (Kale), the historic Myra (25 km west of Finike), numerous beautifully sculpted rock tombs gaze down upon the impressive Roman theatre. St. Nicholas (Santa Claus) served as the bishop of this Mediterranean city in the fourth century and passed away here in 342. Finike is an official entry-port encircled by gardens and citrus trees. Thirty-two kilometers from Finike Marina are the ruins of the stunning and historic Lycian city of Arikanda. This journey into the mountains, a trekking adventure, offers stunning vistas, remarkable ruins, and crisp mountain air.