Fethiye

Fethiye, formerly the ancient town of Telmessos, is one of the major tourist centers of Turkey. Located on the southern coast of Turkey on the Mediterranean Sea, Fethiye is worth visiting especially during the summer, when the weather is very favorable for many activities such as sightseeing, water sports or simply enjoying its marvelous beaches.

Fethiye’s geographical position along the Mediterranean coast, its favorable climate conditions, and its rich historical and cultural background make Fethiye a perfect place where one can enjoy simultaneously nature and the history. The ancient town of Telmessos was originally occupied by Lycians, after that it was conquered by the Carians, the Romans, and finally the Ottomans. Around Fethiye there are fantastic places with ancient ruins of different historical periods and at the same time lovely landscapes to admire. The Blue Lagoon offers beautiful scenery with wonderful beaches and crystal-clear waters ideal for swimming and other water sports. The contemporary town is famous for its stunning landscape of rocky cliffs and pine forests that meet with the turquoise sea, as well as for its golden beaches and exquisite remains of ancient civilizations. The main attractions of Fethiye are the rock tombs carved into the cliffs by the Lycians, the Lycian Sarcopaghi, the fortress, and the Roman theatre.