Kalkan Chosen One Of The Best Tourist Destinations

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(Free-Press-Release.com) August 9, 2011 -- Kalkan is a picturesque, unspoiled and romantic holiday resort situated in the place where mythical Taurus Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea meet on the beautiful coast between Fethiye and Kaş cities. The heart of Kalkan is its old town, the real labyrinth of narrow cobbled streets leading to harbor.
Kalkan is surrounded by famous historic places and spots. Pinara, Patara, Xanthos, Thlos and Myra… these are just few antic places from Greek and Roman period worth seeing. Well-known Saklikent Canyon and even more famous beach in Ölüdeniz are only 1 hour drive from Kalkan.

Kalkan is also famous for excellent restaurants. In this little town there is over 100 to choose. The most stunning are these located on the roof terrace of historic buildings facing the sea. It's also a nice option to dine at one of the many fine harbor-side restaurants and watch as the fishermen start their work in the mornings, setting sail on their boats.
The beach in Kalkan is rocky, assuring the crystal-clean water (awarded with Blue Flag). However, in the gulf there are many small sandy beaches and big Patara Beach where runs free of charge water taxi. It is not earth-shattering fact that Kalkan became famous all over the world and still developing holiday resort. Amazing localization, weather conditions and friendliness of inhabitants attract tourists and make them come back every year.

Kalkan is one of the hottest places on the south Turkish coast, temperatures from the beginning of July till the half of August reach the peak and usually cross 40 degrees. This makes this lovely city conducive for active way of spending free time. Moreover, Kalkan has much to offer. By night you can enjoy shopping where local shops sell luxurious carpets, boxes of Lokum (Turkish Delight) or even traditional blue-coloured glass - "evil eye". By day Kalkan offers wide rank of water sport options such as diving, river canoeing, boat and Gulet trips.
To diversify stay in Turkey admirers of nature and active holiday after finishing adventure in Kalkan can completely relax in elegant Tuvana Hotel, situated in Antalya’s historical centre only 450 metres from Hadrian's Gate and surrounded by gardens filled with exotic trees. Tuvana features an outdoor pool and spacious, luxurious guestrooms with traditional Ottoman décor to complement the life adventure and appease the need of aesthetic impression.

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