Location: Mugla Province
Top Things to do in Mugla Province
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10 Ancient Ruins in Mugla Province That You Shouldn't Miss
Muğla Province (Turkish: Muğla ili, pronounced [ˌmuːɫɑ iˈli]) is a province of Turkey, at the country's south-western corner, on the Aegean Sea. Its seat is Muğla, about 20 km (12 mi) inland, while some of Turkey's largest holiday resorts, such as Bodrum, Ölüdeniz, Marmaris and Fethiye, are on the coast in Muğla.
Restaurants in Mugla Province
1. Stratonikeia Antik Kenti
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By jordan102 - Dudley, United Kingdom
This place is amazing . Excavations are still in process but the mosque was beautiful inside. There are a few families live still there among the ruins and make jewellery and bottled fruit. The fruit was just amazing growing on the trees the pomegranate were huge. We had pancakes freshly made and they were lovely. The site was really good and the tour guide explained everything to us our children 5,7 and 15 really enjoyed it. A great few hours were spent there but we didn't realise how hot it was and very little cover and a couple of us had sun stroke, but overall a great place to visit.
2. Knidos
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4.5 based on 1,054 reviews
Reviewed By Olga_Lin - Moscow, Russia
An ancient city in a beautiful place. Although from afar it seems pretty small but since you're in the site you realize how actually big for that time the city was. There's not much left of it but even the stones that still remain give an impression how well designed Knidos was. The harbour is something amazing. They used the natural bays and improved the safety for ships with walls both sides, west and east. There's also a lighthouse at the point, it's a bit of a walk but worthy every step. Gorgeous views from the path and from the hill.
3. Kaunos
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4.5 based on 1,162 reviews
The remains of ancient Kaunos include a Roman thater, a Byzantine basilica, the Roman bath, and the rock tombs.
Reviewed By inflexible85 - Canakkale, Turkey
Although I do not have the opportunity to visit here, our historical values, I can see them during the boat tour in the Dalyan River. They are eye-catching rock tombs that are said to be 2400 years old on the slopes of the ancient city of Kaunos overlooking the river. Famous for these tombs, The Caunos Ancient City of Caunos host thousands of visitors every year. There were also boat tours from Dalyan and the journey took 10 minutes. This ancient city is also on the UNESCO World Heritage Temporary List.
4. Pinara Antique City
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4.5 based on 145 reviews
The settlement of Pinara was one of the principal cities of Lycia and existed as early as the 5th century BC. The site is in untouched mountain setting and offers stunning view of the Xanthos valley.
5. Loryma
6. Tlos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 794 reviews
Reviewed By jeannine20657 - Pershore, United Kingdom
This ancient site was an important town which originally belonged to the Lycian people. Like all important sites, it had a chequered history, subsequently belonging to the Greeks, the Romans and even an Ottoman overlord. The archaeologists excavate here each summer finding more and more treasures, many of which are safely displayed in the museum in Fethiye. There are an impressive number of rock tombs, some Roman and some earlier Lycian ones which are as old as the pyramids. Tucked away and very difficult to access, is the largest and most impressive tomb, belonging to a Lycian priest, the walls are carved with animals and Pegasus. Also on the site is a Roman stadium and very impressive amphitheatre which are currently closed to the public because of the excavations. The climb up to the Fortress is indeed strenuous but the views from the top give a glimpse into why this was an important site - you can see literally miles and miles in all directions! Well worth a visit!!
7. Ancient Rock Tombes
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4.5 based on 643 reviews
Reviewed By 297peterw297 - Banstead, United Kingdom
A stunning place to visit and so conveniently close to the town. The rock tombs are spectacular, as is the amphitheatre, and an absolute must to visit. Well worth the few lira entrance fee. Not to be missed.
8. Carian rock tombs
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4.5 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By GarethF12345 - Camberley, United Kingdom
Visited twice - they are stunning at night. Take some mossie repellant for night river trips and riverside restaurant visits!
9. Cnidus
10. Lycian Rock Tombs
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4.5 based on 1,022 reviews
Reviewed By 247Lifeisforliving
What a surprise arriving in the dark to step out onto my bedroom balcony and behold such a beautiful view. The subtle lighting gave a glimpse of the full beauty of the tombs that greeted me when I stepped out the next morning. Finding out that Dalyan is a protected area explained the breathtaking views from our villa and a river boat trip afforded an even closer look at these historic tombs. What a revelation to stay in Dalyan surrounded by such natural rugged scenery, history and wildlife completely unspoilt by any building higher that two storeys. No high rise hotels spoiling this gem of an area!
