Kemer Trip Overview
⇒Travel to one of the most beautiful parts of Anatolia to visit the ruined city of Myra with its impressive Lycian rock-cut tombs. View the ancient amphitheater and the Church of St. Nicholas, dedicated to the saintly man who became the model for father Christmas.
⇒Enjoy a boat trip across the sea to Kekova Island. Beneath the clear waters you can see the remains of Simena, a city ravaged by earthquakes around two thousand years ago. Swim in the turquoise waters, once a favored haunt of pirates, before exploring an ancient cemetery with many magnificent tombs. Come join a day full of great natural beauty and fascinating history!
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Duration: 8 to 10 hours
Starts: Kemer, Turkey
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kemer, Turkish Mediterranean Coast, Turkey
⇒Travel to one of the most beautiful parts of Anatolia to visit the ruined city of Myra with its impressive Lycian rock-cut tombs. View the ancient amphitheater and the Church of St. Nicholas, dedicated to the saintly man who became the model for father Christmas.
⇒Enjoy a boat trip across the sea to Kekova Island. Beneath the clear waters you can see the remains of Simena, a city ravaged by earthquakes around two thousand years ago. Swim in the turquoise waters, once a favored haunt of pirates, before exploring an ancient cemetery with many magnificent tombs. Come join a day full of great natural beauty and fascinating history!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Church of St. Nicholas, Demre (Kale) Turkey
Travel to one of the most beautiful parts of Anatolia to visit the ruined city of Myra with its impressive Lycian rock-cut tombs. View the ancient amphitheater and the Church of St. Nicholas, dedicated to the saintly man who became the model for father Christmas.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Myra Antik Kenti, Alakent Mahallesi, Demre (Kale) 07570 Turkey
Myra Ancient Lycian City
The Ancient City of Myra is not far from the Church of St. Nicholas, and this historical place was named by the Lycians and means “Land of the Sun”.
In the Land of the Sun, Myra, you can see the ancient Lycian tombs, which are a necropolis, and enjoy the ancient atmosphere. Because these tombs date back to the 4th century BC.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kekova Island, Demre (Kale) 07570 Turkey
Kekova Sunken City
According to research, Kekova Island in ancient times was a part of the mainland and was a big city. However, in time, due to severe earthquakes, a large part of this city collapsed and the second part of the city turned into an island.
Duration: 3 hours
