The Turquoise Coast/Lycia region
Turkey’s south western Mediterranean Coast is often referred to as the Turquoise Coast, the area is surrounded by breath taking views, with stunning mountain backdrops and pine clad forests, its beauty is unquestionable. There are numerous well-known ancient ruins throughout the area and stunning scenery everywhere.
Oludeniz - is one of Turkey's most acclaimed beach resorts; it is probably the most photographed resort and over the years has almost certainly featured in more holiday brochure covers than anywhere else in the world!
The beautiful turquoise waters of the bay and lagoon bask beneath the Babadag Mountain. From its summit you can try your hand at paragliding, with a graceful (or not so graceful) landing on the promenade below. There is also a choice of water sports.
The lovely Oludeniz lagoon is a conservation area and there is a small but very worthwhile charge for entry to the lagoon beach where the shallow waters are ideal for children. Between the shimmering Mediterranean and the glorious beach a lush green strip of grass and leafy trees provide welcome shade alongside a splendid collection of restaurants and beachside bars serving up a great cocktail of chilled drinks and chilled sounds.
Fethiye - is a pretty town set at the foot of the pine-clad Mount Mendos and curving around a deep blue, island-scattered bay,it is no more than a 15 minute dolmus ride away from the villa.The town has a lovely harbour and a distinct 'souk-like' atmosphere with a maze of streets lined with restaurants, bars and carpet, leather and spice shops.
Fethiye is an ideal tourist centre with its natural resources of extraordinary beauty as well as with its historical sites of prominent archaeological wealth. The length of the shoreline is 167 kms and there are 180 bays within the boundaries of the town. There are also many monuments about the town.
Gocek - with a large natural harbour has grown up to cater to the needs of yachtsmen. One of the pleasures of a visit here is a stroll around the Marina to admire the array of boats of all shapes and sizes here. The waterfront is lined with bars and restaurants. Inland life revolves around the pretty market square which is lined with little shops selling antiques and crafts as well as the usual carpets.
Gocek is a quieter harbour resort and for many years now it has been a favourite spot for the rich and famous. Situated in an enclosed valley and backed by steep pine clad mountains, Gocek
is a former mining and fishing village and if its peace and tranquility you are looking for then Göcek is for you. It is a very picturesque resort with a mountain backdrop and is still relatively unspoilt.It is a centre for marine sailing holidays and the physical limitations of Gocek's situation have retained the village's tranquil and rural atmosphere.Sunday brings colourful traders and farmers from the hinterland for the once weekly market, a noisy and bustling time in the sleepy hollow behind the village. There are a few bars located on the harbour making it an ideal place to go to have a quiet drink in peaceful and panoramic surroundings. It is a nice place to visit if you want a couple of quiet hours to yourself.
A ski resort for winter holidays is about an hour's drive away.
