Olympos Guide

There is no need for a guidebook when travelling to Olympos. Here is some information on the ancient city’s history: In Lycian times the ancient port city of Olympos was one of the members of the Lycian Federation. Because of the wealth of Olympos, it had three (compared to less wealthy cities that had only one) seats in the federation. During this period the city was subject to raids by pirates. Later, the city was rescued by the Roman commander Isauricus. The city’s wealth was due to its strategic trading position – it benefited from Genoese and Venetian traders who took advantage of the city’s natural harbour.

Seventeen centuries late on, Olympos is now the destination of those seeking tranquility in aesthetically pleasing surroundings. Although it is all so easy to get submerged in a place steeped in such history, it has to be remembered that it is not just the past that attracts people to Olympos. The translucent water of the Mediterranean is too tempting to resist. A swimsuit is an absolute must when visiting. Peering in to the sea from a boat the pebbles appear within hands-reach; they’re probably twenty feet away from the tip of the finger !Looking up from the seashore, the city’s ancient acropolis is clearly visible on the side of the mountain.
Those who wish to rid themselves of the salt after swimming should paddle in the stream that flows through the valley, and then meanders through the Lycian ruins, before eventually reaching the sea. Whilst strolling through the ice-cold stream a sarcophagus comes into sight amongst the ruins of the city. The sarcophagus is that of Captain Eudomos - there is an embossed boat figure and an inscription in his memory. The path that cuts through the pine forest leads to the Roman temple.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hotels in Olympos have nice views?
Hotel 212 Olympos, Feng Shui felsefesi baz alınarak, Olympos mirası olan topraklarda, rüzgarın ve suyun enerjisini hissedeceğiniz bir yer. İçinize dönük bir tatil olacağı kesin.
Which hotels in Olympos are best for families?
Daphne Tatil Evi, insanı kucaklayan samimi ve içten bir havası var. Aileler için ideal. Havadaki çam kokusu buram buram burnunuza geliyor...
What are the average hotel prices in Olympos?
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What are the best hotels to stay in Olympos?
Olympos Village Hotel , vahşi Amazon ormanlarının içindeymişsiniz gibi bir hissiyat yaratıyor. Tabiat oldukça cömert ve davetkar...
What are the pet-friendly hotels in Olympos?
Olympos Village Hotel ve Hotel 212 Olympos evcil dostlarımızı kabul ediyor.
What are the best hotels near the airport in Olympos?
Antalya Havalimanı 94 km uzaklıkta. Sitemizde refere ettiğimiz yerleri inceleyebilirsiniz.