Fethiye

In the extreme south-west of Turkey, the resort city of Fethiye is the center of the eponymous district in the province of Muğla, which is part of the resort "Turkish Riviera".

Introduction to Fethiye

It is best to start your acquaintance with Fethiye from a hill crowned with the remains of an ancient fortress and covered with the buildings of the Old Town. From here you can see a graceful bay, sheltered from storms by a dozen small islands. In the depths of the bay, there is an embankment lined with modern pleasure boats, peacefully next to traditional wooden fishing boats. This is one of the most favorite places for evening walks among locals and guests of Fethiye.

The peninsula on which the city is located is surrounded by majestic mountains. Protecting Fethiye from the winds, the mountains create excellent climatic conditions in its area. Mild warm winters and dry hot summers allow you to relax in Fethiye throughout the year. The water temperature here almost never drops below 19°C.

The charming resort of Fethiye

Lovers of virgin nature and ecological cleanliness will be pleased with the abundance of pine, spruce, and cedar forests, fresh sea air, and clear water of secluded bays.

The richness of the local flora is represented by such plants as myrtle, laurel, olive, acacia, a rare Frankincine tree (widely used in pharmaceuticals), and many flowers.

Fethiye attracts tourists with its many beaches, quiet rocky bays, picturesque cliffs, islands of magical beauty, and, of course, colorful colors and unique impressions that only a lively oriental bazaar can give.

The charming resort of Fethiye is rightfully considered one symbol of modern Turkey. So many Turkish postcards and tourist brochures adorn its landscapes.

Attractions Fethiye

The national flavor of this place is successfully combined with modern infrastructure.

With its rugged coastline and nearby island chains, Fethiye is an excellent destination for yacht tourism. Of particular interest to diving enthusiasts are the local underwater tough caves. The mountains near Fethiye attract outdoor enthusiasts with the possibility of unforgettable sightseeing tours.

Steep stepped mountain slopes, favorable conditions for launching under different wind directions, as well as picturesque views from a bird's-eye view, gather paraglider athletes from all over the world here. Airwalks in Fethiye are as popular as sea walks.

The resort village of Oludeniz, located 15 kilometers from Fethiye, is famous for the unique Blue Lagoon National Nature Reserve, which is a small bay cut off from the sea by a sandy spit with clear water.

And Fethiye is just a godsend for lovers of historical secrets and ancient civilizations because the modern city is built on the ruins of ancient Telmessos - the "City of Light". This famous ancient Greek city was a cult center for the worshipers of the god Apollo. Here was the oracle of the deity, which, according to legend, was visited by the great Alexander the Great.

Of the most remarkable historical and architectural monuments that have survived to this day, it should be noted the remains of the theater of the Roman period, the medieval castle of the Rhodes knights, and the Lycian tombs, one of which - the tomb of Amyntas (presumably the ruler of Telmessos), has become in fact a symbol of the city. Near to it is an ancient mosque built at the end of the 18th century.

You can also touch antiquity to a small museum in the city center. Works of art of various peoples who lived on this land found during excavations are stored there: from the early Lycians to the Byzantines and Ottomans.

However, with all due respect to history and spiritual culture, one should not disregard daily food, comprising dishes of national and European cuisines. You can have a delicious meal in many restaurants, bars, and cozy cafes on small pedestrian streets that run parallel to the beach.

There are excellent barbecue restaurants in Fethiye, where gourmets can fry kebab or shish kebab right. Street vendors will supply you with excellent local pastries. And in the market, you can easily buy oriental sweets and exotic fruits for every taste.

In addition, in Fethiye, you can profitably buy Turkish carpets, leather goods, and other national souvenirs and goods.

Swimming and beach lovers should definitely visit Chalym - a sand and pebble beach 5 kilometers from Fethiye. Because of the peculiarities of the sea breeze, the sunset in this place is the most beautiful on the entire Turkish coast.

Many attractions await you around Fethiye. However, even without moving away from the resort center, you can make a sea excursion with a visit to 12 nearby islands, or explore the secluded coves on your own on a rented ship. Dedicating your day to the sea, you will certainly see such remarkable inhabitants as flying fish, dolphins, and sea turtles.

Property in Fethiye

All guests of the city expect first-class apartments in Fethiye, shopping centers, and restaurants. It has a well-developed entertainment industry, which has everything from nightclubs and discos to jeep trips on mountain roads, skydiving, and windsurfing. The cost per square meter of housing in Fethiye is on average €600-1000.

To ensure a permanent comfortable stay in this sunny and cozy corner of the "Turkish Riviera, ", you can buy an apartment in Fethiye.