What's up guys we're here on the southern coast of Turkey
and in this video we're going to show you the best things to do in and around Kaş.
And one of those things is this beautiful beach behind us which we'll get to later in the video,
but Kaş has gained a lot of popularity in recent years mainly due to the beauty of the sea and the
historical relevance of it with all the Lycian ancient history. So let's get into the video.
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Kaş is a beautiful seaside town on the mediterranean coast of Turkey.
It's located about 188 kilometers to the west of Antalya and is known for its whitewashed houses,
chill vibe and coastal views. It's hip, but not as commercialized as Antalya, which means it attracts
fewer crowds and maintains its charm. It's one of our favorite places in all of Turkey with
tons of amazing stuff to do. We'll show you our top 7 things to do in and around Kaş.
The 7th best thing to do in Kaş is to enjoy one of the many beautiful viewpoints in town.
Kaş is built on the base of a high cliff, making for breathtaking views. The good news is you don't
necessarily have to hike to one the. D400 highway that winds down into Kaş offers some of the most
spectacular views you'll find. There are many places to stop the car and soak in the views.
The Lycian way hike runs through Kaş and hiking a part of it makes for a great day activity.
There are many sections you can choose from. The most common one is to hike from the ancient
city of Phellos down to Kaş as it makes for gorgeous bay views and is mainly downhill.
We decided to hike a smaller part from Mermaid Beach to Limanağzı Bay.
The hike is relatively flat and is only about 3 kilometers or 1.8 miles one way. Limanağzı Bay is
known for its clear waters and loggerhead turtles that frequent the area. The bay is only accessible
on foot or by boat, which means that it's a lot quieter than the other beaches in and around Kaş.
So we just did a hike from Kaş all the way to Limanağzı beach
and we can actually see Kaş right there. It's right in front of us.
So it's basically like this peninsula on the left side of the city.
The fifth best thing to do around Kaş is to visit Patara Beach, which is the longest
beach in Turkey. It's an important nesting area for turtles during the summer months,
but besides that Patara is unique because of its large sand dunes that resemble a desert.
It's the perfect place to watch a sunset or enjoy the soft sand.
Patara never feels crowded because of its size as well as the fact that it's
a protected archaeological zone. You can visit the Patara Ruins, which are located on the beach,
or you can visit the nearby UNESCO world heritage site of Xanthos like we did.
Find a day tour link that combines these ruins with Patara in the description below.
So here at Xanthos, this was actually the head of the Lycian Union in 1200 BC so this really ancient
culture it's super well preserved it's actually a UNESCO world heritage site. And it's really cool
because you can see the ancient Lycian language inscribed on a lot of the rocks around here.
The ancient city of Myra ranks at number four. It's located in the town of Demre,
about 45 kilometers or half an hour drive from Kaş. Myra consists of Lycian rock tombs, which
are built into the cliff face. It also has a large Roman theater which has been beautifully restored.
It's a photogenic ancient site with a ton of rich history.
In fact, it's one of the most important towns of ancient Lycia.
At number three, we have the old town of Kaş. Home to little boutiques, lovely cafes, cute
restaurants, and ancient rock tombs, this part of town is perfect for a morning or evening stroll.
Add to that the cobblestone lanes, whitewashed houses,
and a fisherman's harbor, you'll feel like you're on one of the Greek islands.
So when you're exploring the old town of Kaş, you can also just take a short 15-minute walk to this
theater which is on the edge of town. And it was built actually in the Greek Hellenistic style,
which is really interesting because there's Greek islands right across the water from us.
The runner-up activity is to relax at the most beautiful beach around Kaş. This is called Kaputaş
Beach. Located about 21 kilometers west of town, you can visit this spectacular beach by boat or
car. We drove our own car and parked it in one of the small lots along the highway. The beach
is tucked between steep cliffs on either side, offering some amazing views from the top. However,
the beach itself is small and can attract large crowds during the summer months, so be aware.
The best thing to do in Kaş is to explore the awe-inspiring Kekova
Island and Kalekoy. Currently uninhabited, Kekova Island can only be explored by boat.
It's known for its underwater ruins, which once made up the settlement of Simena.
You can spot a shipyard, foundations of buildings, houses. and tombs along Kekova's shore.
However, it's forbidden to swim, snorkel, or dive in the area around the sunken city.
But apart from the sunken city, Kekova is also famous for its countless coves and bays
as well as Kalekoy village. This tiny village is made of narrow streets and waterfront restaurants,
but the true highlight is the beautiful historic fortress, which offers the best views.
Find a link for a boat tour from Kaş to the sunken city in the description below.
So we're now touring through the sunken city and it's pretty amazing. We just saw the port,
which is completely underwater. There's also the hammam turkish bath, and you can
also see stairs coming up through the water up into the valley. So it's a really cool site.
There are many other things to do in Kaş that we didn't mention in this video.
This includes a day tour to Kastellorizo, a Greek Island across from Kaş,
snorkeling or diving in the waters around Kaş as it's the best diving site in all of Turkey,
or visiting Saklikent Canyon, a steep and deep canyon with icy waters.
Alright guys, that's it for our video on the best things to do in and around Kaş.
What are you most excited for in Kaş? Let us know in the comments below. Make
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