Olimpos Beydağları National Park

National Park · Kemer, 🇹🇷 Türkiye

Area 288 km²

Time zone Europe/Istanbul

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Olimpos Beydağları National Park Essentials

Stretching along the Mediterranean coast, this national park encompasses the ancient Lycian cities of Phaselis and Olympos, featuring preserved Roman theaters and aqueducts. The landscape is defined by the 2,366-meter Tahtalı Dağı and the deep Göynük Canyon. Natural phenomena include the eternal methane flames of Chimaera and the nesting grounds for Caretta caretta sea turtles at Çıralı Beach. The area is traversed by the Lycian Way, a long-distance trail connecting historical sites with coastal viewpoints and the high-altitude Gelidonya Lighthouse.

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Ancient Ruins of Olympos

This selection explores the coastal ruins of ancient Lycia, centered on the prominent port cities of Phaselis and Olympos. Set within the Beydağları Coastal National Park, these sites feature Roman-era bath complexes, well-preserved aqueducts, and a theater overlooking the Mediterranean. The list highlights the secluded Olympos necropolis and the hilltop fortifications of Adrasan Castle, showcasing a blend of Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine architecture nestled between pine forests and the shoreline.

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Best Beaches near Olympos

This selection of coastal spots along the Lycian Way near Olympos ranges from wide sandy stretches to secluded rocky inlets. These locations feature unique geological formations like the limestone cliffs at Beldibi and the sheltered, turquoise waters of Pirate Bay. Many sites, including Alacasu and Kleopatra Beach, are situated within protected forest areas and are primarily accessible via hiking trails or boat, maintaining a rugged natural character distinct from the region's main resort strips.

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Nature Parks & Viewpoints

The Olympos and Beydağları coastal mountains offer a diverse landscape of limestone peaks, deep river canyons, and Mediterranean vistas. This selection features Tahtalı Dağı, the region's highest summit at 2,365 meters, alongside Göynük Canyon’s waterfalls and natural pools. Coastal viewpoints like Tünek Tepe and Mount Musa provide panoramas of the Gulf of Antalya and Adrasan Bay. The area encompasses sections of the ancient Lycian Way trekking route and protected recreation sites like Topçam Parkı.

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