Cirali – Chimeira – Antalya – Turkey August 31, 2008

The Beach This 3,5 km long beach with its calm and transparent sea is a safe and quiet environment for swimming and sun-bathing. They are a few restaurants and snack- bars on the sea front offering deck-chairs and umbrellas. A large part of the beach remains quite deserted except on a few summer week-ends . The seashore of Cirali has been designated as a protected natural area, the beach is one of the major nesting sites in the mediterranean coastline for the caretta sea turtle, an internationally endangered species. The sea turtles come every year from May to September to lay their eggs in the sand. The beach has recently been awarded a blue flag.

The ancient city of OlymposWalking 15 minutes to the south end of the beach, you will find the entrance to the ruins of Olympos located in spectacular natural settings. This ancient city has a rich and enigmatic past of rising and falling civilisations dating back as far as 200 BC when it was an influencial Lycian province. Along both sides of the river, you will discover hidden amidst the lush undergrowth vegetation the ruins retracing its fascinating history (Lycian tombs, ruins of a Roman theater, baths, bridte and a basilica). Climbing the cliffs and overlooking the sea, you can contemplate the breath-taking panorama from the ruins of Byzantine fortifications.

Chimaera – the eternal fireNorth of the bay, climbing 20 minutes up a path into the cliffs you will reach this striking geological site where a combination of gases escaping from cracks in the volcanic rocks produce continuously burning flames on the flank of the mountain. This mysterious natural phenomenon was the source of the original olympic flame and has also inspired many myths and legends, including the famous tale of Bellerophon and Khimeira the fire-breathing monster told by Homer in the Illiad. The mystical atmosphere is best experienced at dusk as the bright flames contrast with the dark surroundings. The ruins of a roman temple and a Byzantine church confirm the importance of this site as a place of cult. A steeper walk 20 minutes further up the mountain will lead you to a second area of flames where the panorama is magnificient.

Visits & Trekking
		The neighbouring coast once home to the ancient Lycians is an open air archeological museum with many interesting sites located in a beautiful and unspoiled landscape easily accessible from Çýralý We can help you organise day visits to Phaselis an important Harbour of the Antiquity, Myra-Demre famous for its unusual funary architecture and the original church of Saint-Nicholas For those who enjoy walking, the area offers plenty of opportunities for short or longer treks to experience a full taste of the local natural beauty and wildlife and discover remote historical sites. The ‘Lycian way ‘ running from Antalya to Fethiye and passing through Çıralı is a recent project which has marked trekking paths (over 500km) retracing the ancient roads accross the hills and the bays. We can happily do the guiding for the treks as well as provide you with information on the signposted routes. Mount Moses (Musa Daǧ 750m) is a 3 hours walk from Çıralı. The ruins near the summit have recently been investigated by an archeological team and identified as the original city of Olympos. The summit of Mount Olympos (Tahtalı Dag 2360m) is a good challenge for the more adventurous and experienced . It is a 6 hours trek through beautiful surroundings including a magnificient ceder forets. The view from the summit (locally nicknamed the Balcony of Antalya) over the whole region is unique. Boat Tours Daily trips from Çıralı can be organised to explore the nearby coast and the beautiful creeks only reachable by sea. We also organise a tour around Kekova, the ancient sunken city.

Akdeniz Bahçesi – Mediteranean Garden – Cirali Antalya Turkey August 23, 2008

Çıralı Bay is the secret Garden of Eden where the history and nature meet, surrounded by the high Rocky Mountains waiting for you. …All climate characteristics of Mediterranean are available in Çıralı. The summers are intensive hot, winters are temperate, May-September-October are the marvelous months.3.2 km length excellent beach is waiting you together with the sun set and at the same time it is the spawning place of the Caretta Caretta. …You feel yourself in a deep comfort at the beach that starts from Musa Mountain and reaches to Karaburun and you will enjoy being in the nature.

http://www.boutiquehotelsofturkey.com

Aida Boutique Hotel Cirali Antalya Turkey August 23, 2008

Aida Hotel is situated just 200 meters away from the beautiful beach of Ancient Town‘’OLYMPOS’’ among palm, begonvile and banana trees. Fully airconditioned rooms has either bath or shower along with Long-Distance telephone facilities. The large confortable rooms has a double and a single bed, and designed such a way to accommodate a Baby-Bed additionally upon request. Sipping a drink in the balconies of the rooms, while watching snow covered hills of Tahtali Mountains is a special sight of Aida Hotel. Wide range of breakfast, including Homemade-Specialties are served in the garden, under the palm trees or in airconditioned lounge. Hammacks and Deck-Chairs spread over the garden for a peaceful reading or relaxing possibilities and a game-Park included for the children with many kind of birds and animals to let them have a fun or enjoy playing. Aida hotel has a Fantastic-Restaurant at the beach, just before the sea, and almost every kind of sea food and Turkish specialties are available together with almost every kind of drinks. There are Deck-Chairs and umbrellas for every Customers to let them lie down and have a sunbathe, read a book or sleep in the sweet warm climates of ‘’OLYMPOS’’. The Hotel attendants strictly trained to take their duties seriously, and in a warm friendly atmosphere, The Owners, Mr. And Mrs. Altıntaş will be ready everywhere to do their best for every simple complaints or for any kind of information, in fluent English or in German. Without any doubt, ‘’AIDA HOTEL’’ is one of the best around this area, to relax and have a quite peaceful holiday.

http://www.boutiquehotelsofturkey.com

Sazlık China House – Adrasan August 23, 2008

Sazlık China House offers its guests with different tastes a soothing place in Adrasan for chilling, sunbathing, swimming and leisurely activities. Overlooking Adrasan, the hotel is located in the middle of the bay and built in 2001 with an inspiration of Chinese and authentic Turkish styles to provide a warm homely atmosphere with spacious spaces and comfort expected from an enjoyable stay. The owner of the hotel, Filiz Sakarya reflected her valuable cultural and art experiences gained over 10 years spent in China in the design of this hotel to share with her guests.

Marina Residence Hotel Kaleici Antalya August 23, 2008

Every city’s heart beats at somewhere. Sprawling to the sea with labyrinthine streets, wood and stone houses; Kaleiçi is an authentic corner where Antalya’s heart beats. Kaleiçi is a hideaway where tradition harmoniously meets with novelty and a home to Hadrianus gate, Hıdırlık tower, Yivli minaret and Kesik minarets. Situated in Kaleiçi, Marina Residence is a three-storey Ottoman Mansion renovated with the accent on history and nature to create an exclusive ambience. Each historical mansion dates back at least 100 years ago and they are renovated preserving the authentic Ottoman architectural features. The hotel is a unique haven with an ancient Roman swimming pool, rooms that present historical elegance and comfort, and restaurants offering rare cuisines.

Olympos Lodge Hotel Cirali Turkey August 23, 2008

The Place to be People from all over the world have been drawn to the unique charm of this peaceful citrus grove resort located directly on one of the Mediterranean’s most idyllic beaches. The rooms are really private bungalows – only twelve in all, so that the ratio of guests to a young and skilled staff is one to one. The entire four acre site is reserved strictly for Olympos Lodge residents. Most rooms look directly onto the sea; all are fully air-conditioned.

http://www.boutiquehotelsofturkey.com

Myland Hotel Chimeira Antalya Turkey August 23, 2008

Myland Nature Hotel has 13 rooms in a 6 hectare in an organic fruit garden.You can pick the fruits and taste the garden products at the breakfast.Clear Mediterranean Sea is 70 mt. away from our hotel.

All the rooms have WC, shower, hot water,towels,hair drier and hot/cold air conditioning. 8 rooms have one double and one single bed. 5 rooms have one double and two single bunk beds. A barbecue, fireplace, bar and restaurant is in the garden. For cool temperatures, covered and open restaurants with fireplaces available.

You can use free umbrellas and mattresses for sunbathing, have trips around the village with our bicycles and use the wireless Internet. We have a library including Turkish, German and English written books and games.

We begin to a day with yoga and meditation sessions free for our guests.We’re planning photography lessons and shows, painting lessons, dance,yoga and meditation workshops… so pack your dia positives, painting equipment and dancing shoes… A 90 m2 wooden art center is at your service for your hobbies and also has a table tennis,guitar,ceramic mud,TV and DVD.

Turkish Cusine is one of the richest in the world. You can try some traditionally prepared home cooking. Here are some examples:
Cold dishes with olive oil like saksuka, humus, fava, yaprak dolma (if you don’t know what is this, be sure that you will love it when you try).
different soups, seafood and salads, mucver, imambayildi, cheese and meat rolls, sea fish, barbecued meat and different deserts every day.

After graduated from Middle East Technical University/Management Dept. in Ankara and Istanbul Universities/Finance Dept. in Istanbul, we started working in finance business for private sector in Istanbul.
We fell in love with Çirali when we first saw it in 1989 and decided to live there. We spent 10 years to find a suitable place in Çirali and saved money to buy it. When we found Myland Nature property, we quit our jobs and moved to Çirali. Our English, German and medium level of French help us to communicate with our guests.
This is a escape story from the exhausting life of big metropolis like Istanbul. We are spending almost all our money and energy, gaining time to spare for ourselves, new friends and peace. We believe everyone can achieve his dreams if he really wants to…

http://www.boutiquehotelsofturkey.com

Pinar & Engin

Kibala Hotel Cirali Antalya Turkey August 23, 2008

KIBALA HOTEL Is located in the small coastal village of Çıralı, eighty kilometres west of Antalya in the National Park of the Beydağlar mountains.
With a long beach stretching along the Mediterranean, surrounded by wild forests and mountains, this hidden bay will fulfill the dreams of those who seek the beauty and tranquility of nature.

Kibala is a tiny hotel providing a peaceful and sunny environment and high quality accomodation perfect for those wishing to rest and unwind from stress. It is also a good location to discover the local historical and natural wonders like the mountain of Chimeira and the ancient city of Olympos and to explore the Lykian coast which is full of surprises for those looking for a culturally stimulating and active holiday.

http://www.boutiquehotelsofturkey.com

Villa Monte – Chimeira Cirali Antalya Turkey August 23, 2008

3 minutes to Çıralı beach, within 10 minutes walking distance to Olympos, a comfortable and refreshing “small hotel” Hotel Villa Monte is designed to satisfy all needs of its guests. Hotel has 7 rooms and a romantic garden bedecked with flamboyant flowers, a wooden restaurant where you can enjoy your dinner and drinks with a view of the hills and exclusive corners offering privacy and friendly conversations. Breakfasts and dinners are unlimited by time. Lounge away your time as you wish in your stay and start the day with home-made jams, butter, village cheese, fresh tomatoes only to continue to relax while drinking coffee and reading your daily newspaper served by the hotel.

www.boutiquehotelsofturkey.com

Olympos Lodge Hotel – Cirali Antalya Turkey August 23, 2008

The Place to be People from all over the world have been drawn to the unique charm of this peaceful citrus grove resort located directly on one of the Mediterranean’s most idyllic beaches. The rooms are really private bungalows – only twelve in all, so that the ratio of guests to a young and skilled staff is one to one. The entire four acre site is reserved strictly for Olympos Lodge residents. Most rooms look directly onto the sea; all are fully air-conditioned.

http://boutiquehotelsofturkey.com/olymposlodge