Olymposs	The mountains of the Toros (Taurus) Range rise up immediately behind the coast, the whole length-from Konyaalti Beach to the Kirlangic Peninsula- is a national preserve, the BeyDaglari (Olympos) National Park. The history of this area, the ancient Lycian Peninsula, can be traced back to the Neolithic Age to the settlements at Beldibi.
Olymposs	Konyaalti

The 42km. of road from Antalya to Kemer pass through spectacular mountain scenery. This resort town has been carefully designed to blend in with the surrounding scenery and offers an ideal environment for a wonderfull holiday. A fully equipped Kemer Marina has facilities for all activities so that yachtsmen can enjoy the unspoilt bays and beaches south of the town. Shoppers will delight in the wonderful range of high quality souvenirs for sale. A beach promenade north of the marina has steps leading down from its cafes and shops directly to the beach. Kemer Beach is a Blue Flag beach. The term "Blue Flag" coined by the Europen Union means clean beach. In the Yoruk (Nomad) Theme Park you can watch traditional craftspeople at work. The adjoining bay a charming and delightful spot with many sports and daily entertainment facilities discreetly hidden among the pines. April is the month for the colorful Kemer Carnival. Also in the spring are the yacht races between Kemer and Girne in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
 

Incirhan (Burdur)

Kemer Marina

Kiziltepe, Goynuk (Blue Flag) and Beldibi (Blue Flag) nrth of Kemer and Camyuva and Tekirova (Blue Flag) to the south, are tourist centers full of various activities. The holiday villages are all designed to blend into the forest that encircles them. At the foot of Mt.Tahtali (Olympos), 15 km south of Kemer, the three harbors of Phaselis were once a major commarcial center. The ruins of aqueducts, agoras, baths, a theater, Hadrian's Gate and an acropolis reveal the city's historical importance. From the south harbor, look up at Mt. Tahtali for a spectacular view. The sheltered sandy beaches make a superb playground and the waters are calm and safe for swimmers.

Phaselis

North of Olympos up from Cirali Beach, is Yanartas (at a height of 300 meters) where according to mythology the Lycian hero Bellerophon, mounted on his winged horse Pegasus slew the fire-breathing monster, Chimaera. Gas which seeps from the earth burns brightly at night at this site, which the Byzantines also considered a religious area. South of Olympos, tranquil waters and sandy beaches line the Bay of Cavus. Here you can waterski on calm waters, discover the colorful marine life or explore the incredible sea caves on the northern shore.

Finike	An entry port west of Olympos, Finike is surrounded by citrus trees and gardens. A sandy beach stretches to the east and to the west are rocky bays and coves Limyra, an ancient Lycian city, is 10km.inland from Finike, via Turuncova. The forth century B.C. Pericles mausoleum, decorated with caryatids, is a magnificent example of ancient art. The city walls and Roman theater are also of interest.
Farther on this road is the Lycian city of Arikanda. Set high on the mountain overlooking one of Turkey's most beautiful valleys, the extensive ruins include the agora, theater, stadium, bouleuterion, water system, gymnasium, baths and scattered sarcophagi.	Arikanda

At Demre (Kale), the ancient Myra, (25 km. west of Finike), many splendidly carved rock tombs overlook the magnificent Roman theater. St Nicholas was the bishop of this Mediterranean city during the fourth century and died here in 342. Every year in December the Santa Claus Commemoration Ceremony attracts many tourists who spend their Christmas holidays n the sunny coast of ancient Lycia.

Dalyanagzi, the ancient harbor of Andriace, west of Demre, has a good beach for swimming and sunbathing.
 

Demre Rock Graves

St.Nicholas

Kalekoy (Simena)

Kekova is an island an hour from Dalyanagzi by sea as well as the name of whole ensemble of picturesque islands, numerous bays and ancient cities. These bays provide natural harbors in all seasons and yachtsmen particularly enjoy exploring the unsspolit landscape. Along the northern shore of Kekova Island at Apollonia, earthquakes have disturbed the land causing some of the ancient houses to sink under the clear water, creating a sunken city. Kalekoy Castle (Simena) offers a bird's-eye view of the bays, piece of art or how precious stones are engraved, be sure to visit the Aspendos Jewelery Center, where jewelery making can be observed at every stage in the large workshop.