Phaselis is an ancient Lycian city in Antalya and located 3 km north to Tekirova, 12 km before the Kemer and about 56 km away from Antalya. Phaselis was built by the Rhodians in 700 BC. Its wealth come from commerce between Egypt, Greece, Asia, and Phoenicia. It has 3 harbors. The "Protected (Sun) Harbor", the "Battle Harbor" and the "Northern Harbor". Once you have finished visiting the ruins, you should go swimming in any one of fascinating bays of Phaselis.
The sheltered pebbled and sandy beaches around the bays are delightful and the waters here are calm and very safe for young swimmers and children.
Places to visit in Phaselis:
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