Çıralı Koyu Must-Sees
Çıralı Koyu blends the ruins of the ancient Lycian city of Olympos with a three-kilometer coastline protected for Caretta caretta sea turtle nesting. The area features a mix of Roman and Byzantine remains, including a necropolis, a monumental sarcophagus, and a bathhouse, all set within a lush river valley. Accessible via the pebble beaches of Olympos and Çıralı, the site preserves architectural traces ranging from Genoese fortifications to intricate floor mosaics.
A Olympos
Olympus or Olympos was a city in ancient Lycia. It was situated in a river valley near the coast.
B Çıralı
Çıralı is an agricultural village in southwest Turkey, in the Kemer district of Antalya Province.
C Cirali Beach
Three kilometres long beach with fine golden sand and clear water is right at the middle of nature - Caretta turtles lay their eggs there.
Olympos Beach
This pebble beach is surrounded by mountains from both sides and when approaching it, you will pass Roman ruins.
Genevoise Castle
Medieval coastal fortifications overlooking the Mediterranean, built to defend the bay during the Genoese period.
Olympos necropolis
Ancient cemetery of the Lycian city, featuring various tomb styles including rock-cut chambers and monumental sarcophagi dating back to the Hellenistic and Roman periods.
Building with Mosaics
Remains of a Roman-era structure notable for its preserved geometric and floral floor mosaics, located within the Olympos archaeological site.
Roman bath
Archaeological remains of a Roman-style bath complex, illustrating the ancient city's hydraulic engineering and social infrastructure.
The Sarcophagus of Antimachos
A significant Lycian-style monumental tomb dedicated to Antimachos, located near the northern bank of the Akçay river within the Olympos ruins.
Bridge
Remnants of an ancient stone bridge that once connected the north and south sectors of Olympos across the river.
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