Olimpos Beydağları National Park

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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.

Ancient Ruins of Olympos — 지도

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Phaselis Ancient City

Phaselis or Faselis was a Greek and Roman city on the coast of ancient Lycia.

Radosław Botev / Attribution

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Olympos

Olympus or Olympos was a city in ancient Lycia. It was situated in a river valley near the coast.

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Bath Complex

Part of the Roman infrastructure in Phaselis, these ruins include the remains of the caldarium, tepidarium, and frigidarium systems used by the city's ancient inhabitants.

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Genevoise Castle

Medieval fortifications situated on the northern cliffs of Olympos, providing a defensive overlook of the ancient harbor and coastline.

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Olympos necropolis

A vast burial ground containing monumental rock-cut tombs and sarcophagi, including the notable tomb of Captain Eudemos, dating from the Lycian and Roman periods.

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Aquaduct

A significant Roman engineering feat in Phaselis that transported fresh water from northern springs to the city's three harbors and residential areas.

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Building with Mosaics

The remains of a Roman or early Byzantine structure in Olympos featuring preserved geometric and floral floor mosaic patterns.

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Hephaistos temple ruins (Lycian)

Ancient ruins dedicated to the Greek god of fire, located near the naturally occurring eternal flames of the Chimaera (Yanartaş).

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Byzantian Church

A small ruined church located near the Chimaera site, representing the transition to Christian worship in the ancient Lycian landscape.

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Adrasan Kalesi

Also known as Kızkalesi, this fortification sits on a hill overlooking Adrasan Bay, serving as a historic lookout point for maritime traffic.