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Fethiye is located on the Lycian and Carian border . It was called Telmessos in ancient times. The city was a very prominent centre of prophecy...

Fethiye is a tourist town with an international atmosphere . It has an excellent marina and good night life. The town also serves as a base
for touring the inland country-side , and is probably the only city in the world where you'll find sarcophagus in the streets. These pre-Roman
Lycian relics are especially spectacular when floodlit at night. The town has a population of around 50,000 but the population increases
dramatically during the high season , from April to end of October , when off-shore residents spend their summers at their second homes.

In history Fethiye was known as the " Untouched Virgin of the Lands Lights " . Its islands , coves , long sandy beaches , and the entire riches of
its history and natural beauty are before you to explore .With its excellent seas , highly developed facilities , and entertainment beyond belief ,
it is a paradise that caters to your possible requirement for remarkable holiday. The most impressive ancients ruins , the best sites for
paragliding and water sports , most magnificent bays and beaches come together at Fethiye , along with mouth watering gastronomy.

Fethiye is a traditional market town set around a beautiful natural harbour. It is a large centre for scuba diving. Boats depart from here for
day trips around the stunning coastline. The most popular boat trip is the twelve islands boat trip, which is an extremely relaxing way to spend
the day , touring the beautiful coves and islands of the Gulf of Fethiye , with breaks for lunch and swimming. Life here continues all year around.
These years many British nationals have chosen to make this relaxed area their home.The number of hotels , which mostly attract older couples.

There is a greater variety of shops in the narrow streets of the bazaar area , Paspatour , offering more competitive prices than those in any of the resorts.
This area is also lively in the evening with a multitude of Turkish bars and live music. Once the site of Telmessos , all that remains from
this ancient city, are the Lycian rock tombs which overlook the modern town , a couple of Lycian sarcophagi and a small Roman theatre.

The nearest beach to Fethiye is Çalis beach , a pebble and coarse sand beach in a beatiful setting , which can be reached by boat or dolmus from
the town center. The seafront promenade with its hotels and restaurants is closed to traffic during the summer , making it safe for children .
The resort has expanded around the beach , and its very popular among families and older couples .

The nearest airports , Antalya and Dalaman are served by international airlines . Antalya is about three hours driving and Dalaman about one hour
from Fethiye . There is a bus service from Dalaman Airport to Fethiye , run by Havas .