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Fethiye Turkey

Fethiye is fast becoming one of Turkey's most popular Mediterranean holiday destinations for travellers from all over the world. The historical port town of Fethiye is set in a sheltered bay with a spectacular backdrop of mountains and pine trees. An important port since Lycian and Roman times, the bustling town is one of Turkey's gems.

     
 
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3 bedroom apartment with shared pool in the centre of Fethiye. Stunning views across the bay of Fethiye at the front and lush pine forests at rear
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Fethiye has something to offer for everyone.

On the sea front you will find a promenade lined with excellent restaurants and bars. Further along there is the newly completed Ece Saray Marina which is home to visiting yachts from around the world.

Fethiye old town has many historical building, take a stroll around the narrow pedestrianised streets and squares, haggle for one of the wonderful hand made Turkish Carpets, browse one of the gold and Jewellery shops for your holiday bargain.

Fethiye old town also has a good selection of restaurants mainly serving Turkish food, but there are now also two Italian restaurants one newly opened for the summer of 2006.

Night life in Fethiye is quiet and relaxed most people whiling away the warm night sitting out side many of the restaurants and bars, if you want a more lively evening try the Ottoman bar located in the old town in one of Fethiyes oldest buildings. There is only one small disco, so if you want to dance to the early hours then head up to Hisaronu which is around 20 minutes away by local bus (dolmus) with a fare of around 2.5 Turkish Lira. Here you will find plenty of nightlife.

The range of Accommodation Fethiye has on offer is good and there is something to suit every pocket from simple accommodation offered by pensions and hostels which are mainly located in the district of Karagozler over looking a quiet part of the bay of Fethiye, for travellers on a tighter budget, to luxury five star hotels such as the Ece Saray Marina hotel which is located at Fethiyes new Marina. There is also a good selection of family run hotels which offer good value and a warm welcome such as the Yacht Plaza again over looking the bay, this particular hotel has a clientele which return year after year. For a holiday with a difference there are plenty of Gulets (traditional Turkish sailing boats) for charter or more modern yachts from the Marina.

On your holiday to Fethiye don't forget to take a look at some of it's historical sites such as the impressive rock tombs carved out of the mountain side at the back of the town, these date back to the 4th century bc, the largest and most elaborate of these which looks like a temple is the tomb of King Amyntas which has been dated from an inscription on one of the pillars, this is flood lit at night and is visible from all over the town. A few yards back from fethiyes water front is the Telemessos Theatre Roman in origin and only excavated fairly recently. On the Fethiye to Kaya road are the remains of the medieval castle which dates back to the Knights of St. John.

Suggested day trips - Try one of the daily boat trips which are bookable at the harbour, these represent excellent value for money at around £8 to £12 including BBQ lunch, choose from blue bays, 12 islands, Goceck Market, Oludeniz, Butterfly Valley and many more including Diving and Fishing trips.

If you wish to venture further inland some places well worth visiting are the archaeological sites such Ephesus and Tlos. Natural wonders include Pamukkale known worldwide as the cotton castle which is formed from Calcium Oxide deposits, and Saklikent Gorge.

Looking to invest in property ? There is a great selection available in Fethiye and the surrounding region. If you are looking for a small holiday apartment or large detached villa with pool and sea views Fethiye is the ideal location. Due to the excellent value Turkey has to offer many new estate agents have sprung up in Fethiye over the past few years, most are located on the main road that runs between Fethiye old town and the promenade which runs around the Marina.

 


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