The ancient city of Caunos, located in Köyceğiz, dates back to the 4th century BC. It is known that the ancient city was first founded by the people living in Anatolia and later it was home to many civilizations. The ancient city of Kaunos, which was an important port city of the region in the ancient period, was called Kbid in the period it was founded and it was named Kaunos in the 6th century BC. The magnificent rock tombs in the ancient city were used during the Roman period and the tombs were built in the 4th century BC. Among the structures that can be seen in the ancient city of Caunos are a castle and its walls, city walls, theatre, fountain, church, temples, agora, harbour, Turkish baths, warehouses, customs buildings and cemeteries. Considering the unearthed artefacts, the size of the ancient city is quite large.
As a result of the excavations carried out in the ancient city in 1966, many coins, statues, ornaments, figurines and many other historical artefacts were uncovered and all these works are exhibited in museums in the surrounding provinces.
Those who want to go to the ancient city of Caunos can go to the ancient city by crossing the sea with a boat at the level of the King’s tombs.In this way, those who visit the ancient city can also see the King rock tombs up close. Another way is to go to the archaeologist’s house by boat and reach the ancient city by a five-minute walk. There are buffets, toilets and cafeterias in the vicinity of the ancient city, and entrance to the ancient city is free of charge for museum cardholders.
Visiting hours of the ancient city: From April 15th to October 2nd between 09:00 and 20:00. From October 3rd and April 14th between 09:00 and 17:00.
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