Kaş - a beautiful harbour town full of history |
It always surprises us that in various directions from Fethiye, within a very short distance are very different terrains and lifestyles. The area on the way to Kaş was rural and very agricultural, and it made a change to pass through an area not geared to tourists. At one point en route as you climb the brow of a hill you are met by an entire valley of glass greenhouses and plastic poly tunnels. I have never seen so many in one place - we are talking dozens of acres. I can see why tunnels are used to catch early crops - mainly tomatoes, but it surprises me to see tomato plants in these in the height of the summer. Perhaps someone wiser than me can answer that question.
Stunning views of the Mediterranean all the way from Kalkan to Kaş |
The drive from Fethiye to Kaş is around two hours and probably around the first two thirds of this drive is through this rural, agricultural landscape, but as you approach Kalkan you swing south onto the most spectacular coastal road with views to die for. As we were on a day trip we did not have the time to stop at Kalkan - that is for another time - but pressed on to Kaş.
A sarcophagus sits amongst the shops |
Across the sea to the south of Kaş is the Greek Island of Meis (Kastellorizo) only 2 kilometres (a 20 minute boat ride) away, it is easily reached by regular boat trips from the harbour. There are other boat trips available from Kaş of which a popular one is to Kekova where you can see the half submerged ruins of a Byzantine sunken city. Or you can hire a boat privately to take you to secluded bays and small islands to swim, snorkel or just laze in the sun. The new marina recently opened will be bound to attract the yachting fraternity and it will also be deep enough to accommodate the large liners which are en route along the Mediterranean. Other pursuits available are scuba diving, paragliding and walking.
On the way home - the most beautiful place to sit and have drink |
Kas is one place we haven't been to, but it certainly looks worth a visit. Stunning photos!
ReplyDeleteWe just love Kaş and the drive there from Fethiye. Glad you enjoyed the drive. Everyone's always scared to drive in Turkey but once you're on these roads, I find it really relaxing. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for your appreciation of our photos Ayak - but in truth the beauty of the landscape makes it almost impossible to have a really bad picture.
ReplyDeleteJulia you are so right about the driving here. We now many people who have lived here or visited regularly for years, but still don't drive here. We also know people who drive in the rural areas but won't drive through or into Fethiye. Driving here is definately not like driving in the UK!
A cozy town, full of amazing views!
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