Ancient Cities in and Around Kekova
The Kekova region stands out not only for its natural beauty but also for its many significant ancient cities and historical structures belonging to the Lycian Civilization. In this unique geography, some ancient cities can be reached on foot, while others require a vehicle or boat. By staying in Üçağız Village in Kekova, you can easily explore these historical areas. Below, you’ll find a list of must-see historical sites in the surrounding area:
Myra Ancient City (Demre)
- Transportation: Reachable by car in 20 minutes.
- Features: With its rock tombs, Roman theater, and historical texture, it is one of the most impressive ancient cities of Lycia.
Andriake Ancient City and Lycian Civilizations Museum
- Transportation: Near Demre Harbor, about 15 minutes by car.
- Features: It is an ancient port city. The Granarium (granary) now serves as a museum.
Aperlai Ancient City
- Transportation: Approximately 45 minutes by boat from Kekova.
- Features: It is a historical city waiting to be discovered with its underwater ruins, sarcophagi and walking paths.
Saklıkent
- Transportation: Approximately 1.5 hours by car.
- Features: It is a popular valley for nature walks with ruins from ancient times.
Letoon Ancient City
- Transportation: Approximately 1 hour by car.
- Features: It is one of the religious centers of Lycia. There are temples dedicated to Leto, Artemis and Apollo.
Xanthos Ancient City (Capital of Lycia)
- Transportation: It is very close to Letoon and can be easily reached by car.
- Features: It is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is fascinating with its walls, sarcophagi and theater.
Santa Claus Church (St. Nicholas Church) – Demre
- Transportation: 20 minutes by car.
- Features: The tomb of St. Nicholas, known as Santa Claus, is located here. It is an important pilgrimage site for the Christian world.
To discover these ancient cities, you can stay in Kekova Üçağız Village and join this unique historical journey with boat tours or guided tours.
You can contact us to get detailed information and we can create your tour and accommodation plan together.
