Datca, which contains many natural beauties, is the main city of Knidos, Aktur bay-Kargı bay, Ovabükü-Palamutbükü bays, clean beaches, harbour and windmills.
The ancient city of Knidos
The ancient city of Knidos was first established in the vicinity of the Salacak Cape, 2 km away from Datça, and moved to the Tekir Cape where the current remains are located in the 4th century BC. The ancient city of Knidos is also known as a centre of art, culture, health and religion. As a result of the excavations that started in the ancient city in 1967, necropolis area, a small theatre, Odeon, the temple dedicated to Aphrodite and Apollo were found. Among the works that can be seen in the ancient city are also the ancient theatre of 8 thousand people, sundial and Knidos lighthouse. Visitors to the ancient city of Knidos are strongly recommended to watch the sunset from this point. The archaeologist Charles Newton smuggled the artefacts from the ancient city of Knidos to England in 1858.
1858.In the summer months, cafes and restaurants are located around the ancient city to serve visitors, and you can take your own food and drinks with you. Museum cardholders can enter the ancient city for free. Those who want to go to the ancient city of Knidos, 38 km away from Datça, can use the Palamutbükü minibuses or taxis departing from Datça.
Visiting the ancient city of Knidos: April 15, October 2 08:00 to 19:00 October 3 to April 14 08:00 to 17:00.
Eski Datça:
Old Datça, which is 3 km from the centre of Datça, is definitely one of the places to be seen. The narrow houses covered with bougainvillaea and olive trees have been restored and the old houses which have been restored to tourism leave a fascination for those who see them. Eski Datça offers a unique opportunity for those who want to spend a different day, walk the narrow streets and take very nice photos. You can go to Old Datça with the minibuses departing from the centre of Datça or by private vehicles. It is recommended that those who visit Old Datça with their private vehicles leave their vehicles off the street and go on foot.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Kent Park:
Located right next to Ilıca lake, Kent park offers a cool environment especially for those who want to escape from the burning effects of the sun in the summer heat. There are also playgrounds for children within the parking area. Located on the stony beach road, the park offers a spectacular view especially to its visitors during sunset hours. If you want to take an evening photo or a sunset photo, it is highly recommended that you must visit this park. From the port area, you can easily reach Kent park by following Taşlık beach road.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Kızlan village and Windmills:
The windmills, which were thought to have been built in the early 1900s, were 6 in total and one of them was restored by the district governor of Datça and rented out. Apart from this structure used as a restaurant, one of the mills is used as a house and the other mills are not used. The village of Kızlan, which is 10 km away from the centre of Datça, can be reached by private car or by minibuses departing from the centre of Datça.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Port of Datça:
The restaurants, cafes and bars around the port of Datça, which is the starting point of tour boats, are among the places frequently visited by visitors to Datça. It is recommended to visit the port of Datça, which is decorated with statues, especially for those who want to walk in the evening. The port, which is very close to the city centre, is easy to reach on foot.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Sevgi Yolu
Sevgi road, where handicrafts and products specific to Datça are sold on stalls and which is also a walking path, is located in the centre of Datça between Kumluk and Hospital six beaches. It is strongly recommended that those wishing to visit the looms and examine the products by purchasing evening walks should definitely see the path of Love. For those who want to stay around the beloved way, there are hostels hotels and apart-hotels at the seaside distance.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Reşadiye
In order to preserve its historical structure, the region was declared as a protected area and it is also known as the first place where Datça was founded. Reşadiye fascinates its visitors with its unspoiled historical texture. There are also facilities for those who want to spend a quiet holiday in the village of Reşadiye, which is located in a forested area on the mountain slope, for those who want to go trekking and hiking and nature sports, as well as trails and areas arranged for windsurfers or beginners of windsurfing. For those who want to go to Reşadiye, which is 5 km away from the centre of Datça, there are minibuses from Datça centre.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Ilica Pond:
Ilıca Pond, right next to the Taşlık beach, adjacent to the Ilıca water mill and house can be seen. The mill and house, which was restored by Datça Municipality, was opened to visitors in 2016 as a touristic establishment. Since the hot water and sludge in the pond are believed to be beneficial to human health, especially to skin, psoriasis and fungal diseases, they are frequently visited by local and foreign tourists. Since the lake is surrounded by walls and united with the sea, those who want to swim at the same time. The entrance to the lake near Datça harbour is free and easy to reach on foot.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Deveboynu Lighthouse:
The lighthouse of Deveboynu, which travels with Palamutbükü minibuses, is located at the very end of the Datça Peninsula. After a laborious climb, a magnificent view awaits visitors. There is a view of the island of Kos, the ancient city of Knidos, the Mediterranean Sea on one side and the sea of Ege on the other side. Those who see this magnificent view leave with dozens of magnificent photographs taken with them. Those who want to visit Deveboynu Lighthouse is recommended to take plenty of water, sun cream and hat.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Mesudiye village
Mesudiye, which is located 18 km from the centre of Datça, is very close to Ovabükü and Hayıtbükü bays. Mesudiye village, which provides easy transportation by private vehicles or minibuses, has nearly 50 accommodation facilities consisting of boutique hotels, bungalow-style hotels, hostels and wooden house hotels. Mesudiye is one of the preferred places for those who want to spend a quiet holiday with nature. For those who want to go to Mesudiye village, there are minibuses from Datça centre.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Hızırşah village:
The village of Hızırşah, which is 6 km away from the centre of Datça, attracts visitors with its historic architecture and natural beauties. In the village of Hızırşah, there are ceramics workshops dating from the 4th century, the Hızırşah mosque, which has a square plan and an octagonal dome, and the shops where the carpets are offered for sale. It is very easy to reach Hızırşah village with the minibuses departing from the minibus garage opposite Datça Culture Center.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Emecik village
The village, which is 20 km away from the centre of Datça, attracts attention with its historical monuments, clean air, natural beauties and bays around it. There are many options for those who want to stay in the village of Emecik. The historical monuments of Emecik village include the temple of Apollo and the Byzantine basilica.
For those who want to spend their holiday in a quiet environment with nature alone, there is accommodation in Emecik village. It is very easy to get to Emecik village with the minibuses departing from the minibus garage opposite the Datça Culture Center.
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