Phaselis Ancient City

Phaselis Ancient City was founded in the 7th century BC. Its first known founder was Lakios. After its foundation Phaselis, like other Anatolian cities, came under Persian rule and

Phaselis Ancient City came under the rule of Alexander the Great in 333 BC.

3 different ports located here were also exposed to pirate attacks because it was a serious source of wealth at that time. Phaselis, which was captured by the Romans in the 2nd century AD later joined the Lycian League.

HOW TO GET TO THE PHASELIS ANCİENT CITY?

Phaselis Ancient City is easily accessible. This ancient city which is also very close to Tekirova Village, is within the borders of Olympos Beydağları National Park. To reach this ancient city, which is only 16 km from Kemer, with your own vehicle, you must continue from Antalya direction and you have to turn south from the 57th km of Kumluca Highway.

At the end of this road you will continue, you can reach the ancient city.

Those who want to enter the sea can leave their vehicle in a close location and they can enjoy a unique view. Those who do not have a private vehicle can use the minibuses departing from Tekirova, Kemer or Antalya to reach this ancient city. There is a 10-minute walk to the beach after the last stop of the minibus.

BEACH AND BAYS IN PHASELIS

Phaselis which has a wonderful sea and scenery, has a serious cultural richness. There are 3 different ports in the region, namely the south, the north and the central port. Also, in Phaselis which has wonderful beaches, there is not have umbrellas and sun loungers.

We said that there are 3 different ports here. You can have a picnic in the North area which is one of the big beaches and you can easily swim in the sea. However, since the wooded areas are few, you can mostly stay in the sun during the day. The central port has the appearance of a natural pool. Thanks to this feature, holidaymakers usually come to the central port.

The central port which is the favorite port of many people, is located in the middle of the

Ancient City of Phaselis. Phaselis south port is also mostly preferred.

You can have a good time at the south port which you can reach after walking for 10-15 minutes through the ancient city.

PLACES TO VISIT IN PHASELIS ANCIENT CITY

You can visit many places in Phaselis, which has magnificent bays and beaches. Agora statue ruins, Zeus temple, baths, Hadrian's Gate, aqueducts from the Roman period, Hestia, Athena and Hermes temples are among the places you can visit in this region.