By Justin Mays:
A stunning coastal town in Turkey’s Southwest region, Kalkan
is a treat for the holiday-goers and locals alike because of its natural
allure. Sitting below the magnificent Taurus mountains, this jewel of Turkey
has become a favorite destination. Visitors get enchanted by Kalkan’s charm and
keep coming back to it. This region gained significant popularity recently in
the press and is the preferred destination for celebrities.
Keep reading to find out some fascinating facts about Kalkan
and learn about the different attractions available for foreigners to tour.
Interesting Facts About Kalkan
- It is believed that Kalkan was discovered over 150 years ago
by Greek traders belonging to the island of Meis.
- The old name of Kalkan was “Kalamaki” and was of Greek origin.
- Kalkan’s Greek Orthodox Church, now a mosque, is its oldest
structure.
- During the 1960s, a coastal road was built connecting Kalkan
to Antalya and Fethiye, driving tourism to the area. Later, the construction of
Dalaman International Airport fueled this tourism even more.
- Kalkan’s revenue is primarily from tourism, and most locals
depend on local tourism for their livelihood.
- One of the biggest appeals of Kalkan is its beaches, which
include Patara Beach, Kalkan Town Beach, Kaputas Beach, etc.
- Kalkan is in proximity to two major airports. These include
the Dalaman International Airport, located only at a distance of 121.7km, and
the other is Antalya Airport which is only 244.1km away.
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available.
What to Do in Kalkan, Turkey | Main Attractions
Kalkan is the perfect spot for couples and families since it offers a variety of activities, beaches, cafes and restaurants, villas, holiday homes, etc. We are listing below some brilliant attractions to visit in this region.
The Eye-catching Patara Beach
Situated near the site of the ancient city of Patara, this
place is a beach and a national park and is regarded as the longest beach in
Turkey. Visitors can enjoy swimming in the sparkling water.
Patara Beach is the best place for nature enthusiasts since it also serves as a turtle-nesting location.
This beach has various facilities such as sunbeds,
restaurants, etc. and is also close to many ancient ruins for visitors to
explore.
Enchanting Kaputas Beach
Kaputas Beach is another ideal location for people to visit
since it is only 7km away from Kalkan and offers beautiful views. There are
many stalls of vendors at this beach for visitors to easily buy what they
need.
Moreover, Kaputas Beach also has a small parking space, and
the beach itself is highly protected. Furthermore, this beach has about 250
species of plants, some of which have been classified as
endangered.
Further Reading: Let Prime Property Turkey Take You on a Journey to Discover the Beauty of Kalkan
The Captivating Xanthos Region
Xanthos sits where once was the capital of Lycia. It is
located between Kalkan and Fethiye on a hilltop and is a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. Xanthos is jampacked with ancient ruins and artifacts, some dating as far
back as the 8th century.
The Lycian Tombs at Xanthos are a must-see series of pillar
tombs consisting of the Harpy Tomb and the Pillar Tomb.
Charles Fellows, an explorer from Britain, took many tombs
and artifacts to England in 1842, which are now on display at the British
Museum. However, there is still much to see and explore for visitors at
Xanthos.
The Spectacular Saklikent National Park
Saklikent National Park is an excellent place to explore;
the landscape and nature will leave you in awe. This park has stunning cliffs,
marvelous rivers, and lush greenery.
The best part of this park is the Saklikent Gorge, one of
the deepest in the country and features natural mud ponds.
Within this National Park are also mountains and plateaus
such as the Dumanlıdağ Mountain, with its rich greenery and the Aklar
plateau.
Moreover, there are various activities to enjoy for
families, such as trekking, rafting and hiking.
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Kalamar Beach Club
Kalamar Beach Club is next on our list since it is one of
the most popular out of Kalkan’s 13 beach clubs. It is the perfect spot for
adults and children since it is fully equipped with sunbeds, showers, etc.,
while food and drinks are available for economical prices.
Visitors can participate in different watersports, such as
scuba diving.
All-in-all, you can easily spend an exciting day packed with
adventure at Kalamar Beach.
Explore Tlos
Tlos is an ancient Lycian city that is now part of the
UNESCO World Heritage List. This city remained inhabited throughout the 19th
century, and as one of the major Lycian cities, Tlos also had a massive stadium
that could accommodate 2500 people.
Some ancient structures worth exploring include the rock
tombs, the Great Bath, and the Theatre.
The most intriguing ancient artifact includes the Lycian
Sarcophagi and the tombs carved into rock. One of these tombs is the Tomb of
Bellerophon and is believed to be of the hero from Greek mythology called
Bellerophon.
We hope you enjoyed our blog post exploring Kalkan. If you
are interested in buying a property in Kalkan, you can contact us so our team can arrange the perfect options for
you.
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