Dalyan
The Dalyan
delta nestles between the mountains. At the head of the delta lies Lake
Köycegiz from which the river that the town of Dalyan stands on
and numerous meandering streams flow to the Mediterranean Sea. The whole
of this magnificent area is a wildlife sanctuary which was set up in
the 1980's. Dalyan boasts extensive flora and wildlife, including bird
species that are unique to the area.
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An enjoyable
way to see this sanctuary is to take one of the many tour boats down
the bulrush fringed river reputedly used to film the famous scenes in
the African Queen, to the wonderful Iztuzu beach, a two mile stretch
of golden un-crowded sand which is home to the rare Caretta Caretta
turtles, being one of the last remaining natural nesting sites.
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Highlights
 4th
century rock tombs
Thermal
springs
Vast
nature reserve
Iztuzu
beach
 
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On the
trip down river, as well as opportunities to see the wildlife, including
colourful kingfishers and cranes, you will be treated views of the impressive
4th century rock tombs hewn out of the cliff face high above the river.
You can be dropped off at the dramatic ruins of ancient Caunos, which
boast some of the most impressively fortified walls still standing in
western Turkey, along with Roman baths a Greek-style theatre, and Byzantine
basilica. You will have many wonderful photo opportunities as you wander
among the fallen columns and the massive chunks of masonry of ancient
temples.
The pretty
riverside village of Dalyan its self is a little gem. By night the many
waterside restaurants and bars come alive with music and the buzz of
conversation drifts across the river.
Another local attraction lies a short boat ride up the river is the
Sultaniye Thermal Baths consisting of sulphurous mud baths and hot springs
which are reputed to be good for skin and general health. Come away
looking ten years younger!
