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Turquoise Coast
This stretch of the Turkish coastline is known as the Turkish Riviera or Turquoise Coast and stretches from Fethiye in the west right through to the Syrian border in the east. Without doubt one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline anywhere in the Mediterranean. The area from Fethiye to Kemer is known as Lycia and has Turkey's most dramatic coastline with mountains falling away into crystal clear seas. Summer temperatures average 30 - 40 c with a winter average of 15 c. Rainfall is mainly during the months from December to February.
The village of Hisaronu is located on a plateau 1,000 ft above sea level under mount Babadag (father mountain). All around there are magnificent views of pine clad mountains. During the summer months there is usually a cooling breeze coming up from the sea. Fethiye the main market town of the area is about 7 kms and the famous beach at Oludeniz is about 4 kms from the village. Rhodes is about 80 kms by sea from Fethiye The area around Fethiye is one of the most beautiful, offering a perfect mix of beach resorts, boat/gulet excursions and fantastic mountain scenery. From Fethiye the main road to Ovacik/Hisaronu, climbs up through pine-forest clad hills to the Ovacik/Hisaronu plateau at 1000ft above sea level.
Hisaronu / Ovacik area Hisaronu - Once a sleepy village in the mountains, Hisaronu is now one of Turkey's top holiday destinations! Close to Olu Deniz the resort is largely unspoilt and surrounded by breathtaking beauty, with stunning mountain backdrops and pine clad forests. Hisaronu has an irresistible charm all of its own, with its many shops, bars and restaurants offering culinary delights, both Turkish and International cuisine, as well as its bustling weekly market which sells just about everything, the atmosphere is laid-back and welcoming. Strict conservation ensures buildings are kept to a 2 storey maximum.Ovacik - Just above Oludeniz amongst the pines on the lower slopes of Babadag the village of Ovacik straddles the mountain road between Fethiye and Oludeniz. It`s convenient situation, clear air, quiet country trails and excellent accommodation make it an ideal base for enjoying all the diverse aspects of this captivating area. Ovacik is good alternative to Hisaronu village if you are looking for a more private & relaxing holiday.
Oludeniz - offers one of the most beautiful beaches in Turkey, with a magnificent crescent of pale sand fringing a clear , pollution-free lagoon of turquoise-blue. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, the lagoon is perfect for swimming and water sports. Fethiye - once the Lycian settlement of Telmessos, Fethiye is a lively port and market town where Turkish life and tourism exist side by side. Along the pretty waterfront you can watch the traditional wooden gullets, motor launches and fishing boats.This stretch of the Turkish coastline is known as the Turkish Riviera or Turquoise Coast and stretches from Fethiye in the west right through to the Syrian border in the east. Without doubt one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline anywhere in the Mediterranean. The area from Fethiye to Kemer is known as Lycia and has Turkey's most dramatic coastline with mountains falling away into crystal clear seas. Summer temperatures average 30 - 40 c with a winter average of 15 c. Rainfall is mainly during the months from December to February. The village of Hisaronu is located on a plateau 1,000 ft above sea level under mount Babadag. All around there are magnificent views of pine clad mountains. During the summer months there is usually a cooling breeze coming up from the sea. Fethiye the main market town of the area is about 8 kms and the famous beach at Oludeniz is about 5 kms from the village. Rhodes is about 80 kms by sea from Fethiye with a regular shuttle boat from Fethiye taking around 35 minutes.The area around Fethiye is one of the most beautiful, offering a perfect mix of beach resorts, gulet (boat) excursions and fantastic mountain scenery. From Fethiye the main road to Ovacik/Hisaronu, climbs up through pine-forest clad hills to the Ovacik/Hisaronu plateau at 1000ft above sea level.Check the weather below for today and the coming week.
