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.
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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 |
Lale Lodge set off on its journey with the motto “dance with the wind while resting your soul” offering the key to a romantic escape. No cost has been spared to impart a magical atmosphere created by original ideas. It is in this magical and relaxing atmosphere that you are invited to lounge in giant candlelit Jacuzzis in the private balconies of some rooms with the whistling gentle wind. If you are on your honeymoon, let us know and we will make your honeymoon unforgettable.
Start your day with the smell of delicious pastries and fresh lemonade made by Mr.Hakan’s mother, offered in a generous breakfast with fruits, tomatoes and olives grown on the garden of the hotel. You will also have the chance to taste diverse flavors of Swedish cuisine. Fondue Bourguignon is highly recommended!
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The first small hotel of AlaçatıTaş Otel is selected as one of the most charming twenty European hotels by the Sunday Times. Hotel is elegantly and exquisitely renovated from a Greek mansion dating back 110 years ago and introduced in 2001.
Zeynep Öziş, the creator and manager of the hotel, has the most credits for the development of Alaçatı. Hotel is mostly preferred by foreign guests with its peacefully lying vast garden and refreshing swimming pool.
Unchanging staff, home-made jams and a rich collection of jazz music, wine service before the warm fireplace, afternoon tea and cakes are only few of the highlights distinguishing your stay in Alaçatı Taş Hotel.
