Stay at Kalkan private villas and visit the village of Kayakoy, which is near Fethiye and about 90km from Kalkan.  Kayakoy is situated in a quiet valley, a conservation area to the south of Fethiye. The Village lies in the centre of the ancient Lycian Empire along the famous Turquoise Coast of Turkey.  Believed to be the inspiration for Louis De Berniere's book "Birds Without Wings", it has a very special quality and atmosphere that leaves an impression on every visitor. Walking around the village and imagining life long ago you tend to feel part of it, almost as if you were there.

The abandoned village of Kayakoy has a rich past. The Ottoman, Turk speaking Greek-Orthodox farming community was forcibly removed as part of the population transfer in 1923.  This was to help resolve the Greco-Turkish War (1919-1922). The ruins remain as a haunting story from years ago. 

Kayakoy lies in a fertile valley farmed using traditional methods by local families.  The old village is sparsely inhabited.  The Valley has some traditional tea houses, family run cafe's and a couple of excellent Kebab restaurants where outdoor dining is a must.

You will often notice the paragliders in the sky overhead, taking in the views of the dramatic coastlines and cities of days gone by.  Many sporting activities are available to those who want them such as paragliding or diving.  The area is full of things to see and do, lovely beaches, fabulous views, little wonder visitors return to Kalkan private Villas time after time.  Places of interest to visit from Kalkan Villas - Turquoise Coast Map.

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