First, you can visit the archaeological site of Olympos, including the temple gate, the Olympos theater, the Necropolis church, and the Acropolis hill.<\/p>\n You can also stay for one (or several) nights in Olympos. Accommodation in bungalow style, wooden houses among pine forests and orange trees have become very popular, especially among young people. It is a beautiful place for a nice getaway.<\/p>\n The road passing through these facilities leads to the gate of the ancient city.<\/p>\n Olympos was one of the most important harbor cities during its heyday. If you start your visit of the city from the right, you will see a sarcophagus belonging to Captain Eudomos. There is an inscription dedicated to Eudomos on it that you shouldn’t miss.<\/p>\n The ancient city was built on both sides of the Ak\u00e7ay stream and is very impressive. The city of Olympos was probably founded in the 3rd century BC. The ruins are located near the beach, at the mouth of a river.<\/p>\n It is necessary to pass through the water in order to see structures such as the theater, the bathhouse, and the basilica. The ruins on the north bank of the river are buried under thick vegetation and are more difficult to reach.<\/p>\n Near a pond stands the propylaeum of a temple bearing a dedicatory inscription in the name of Marcus Aurelius.<\/p>\n Around the site, it is possible to do some trekking, canyoning, climbing, and various sea sports.<\/p>\n The area is on the <\/strong>Lycian Way<\/a> and offers some very nice trekking routes. This place is also one of the breeding areas of the world famous caretta carettas turtles in our country.<\/p>\n Located in the middle of the nature reserve, the pebble beach impresses with beautiful vegetation, ancient ruins and a unique atmosphere.<\/p>\n This fact makes Olympos Beach very interesting especially for nature lovers. Bathing in beautiful clear sea water in the middle of a nature reserve and enjoying the peaceful seclusion by day is an extraordinary experience.<\/p>\n Did you know that the most popular attraction around is actually the Cable Car that goes up and down the hill?<\/span><\/p>\n A ride on the cable car is a spectacular experience at a lofty height. If you try it, you have to look forward to sensational panoramic views as well as exciting activities on the 2,364-meter Mount Olympos.<\/span><\/p>\n About 8 km from Olympos, is the ancient volcano of Chimaera, where gases escaping from fissures in the rocks produce an ever burning flame. Chimera was a mythological animal with the head of a lion, the body of a goat, and the tail of a snake. This place is called as “Yanarta\u015f<\/a>” or burning rock in Turkish.<\/p>\n Read More:<\/strong>Visit Yanarta\u015f (Chimaera) in Olympos: Access, Tours, and History<\/a><\/p>\n The ancient city of Olympos is located in Antalya in the Mediterranean Region. It’s 28 kms away from Antalya’s city center. The ancient ruins are in the Olympos-Bey Mountains National Park. <\/p>\n The main entrance to the ancient city of Olympos is on the Adrasan road. It is possible to reach the entrance by vehicle. If you want to travel at your own pace, you should rent a car in Antalya<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Directions for private vehicles:<\/strong> <\/strong>On the Kemer-Kumluca highway, turn left at the \u00c7avu\u015fk\u00f6y exit approximately 50 meters after the \u00c7\u0131ral\u0131 exit. You will see the Olympos sign after about 11 km.Bus:<\/strong> <\/strong>“Kumluca-Fethiye” minibuses and buses departing from the Antalya Bus Station stop at the Olympos station.<\/p>\n According to the ancient historian Strabon, Olympos was one of the largest settlements in the Lycian region. Another ancient historian, Cicero, described Olympos as a city full of wealth and art.<\/p>\n It is believed that the first settlement foundation remains bear traces of the Hellenistic period from BC 300. In the ancient city, Hellenistic wall remains can still be seen. Olympos was ruled by pirates for a while and then was saved by the Roman commander, Isauricus.<\/p>\n Olympos had an important place in the Lycian League as one of the 6 cities with three voting rights. <\/p>\n In the Middle Ages, the maritime republics of Venice, Genoa, and Rhodes built two fortresses on the coast, but by the 15th century the city had become uninhabited. Today the site attracts tourists, not only for the ruins of the city that can still be admired, but for the beautiful panorama full of lush vegetation.<\/p>\n Learn more about monuments in Antalya with our guide to ancient ruins in Antalya<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"Olympos](\"https:\/\/antalyatouristinformation.com\/d\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2021\/02\/olympos-ruins-in-antalya-in-turkey.jpg\" "\\"Olympos")
<\/span><\/p>\nWhat Can I Do in Olympos?<\/h2>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nThe Ancient City of Olympos<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Activities in Olympos<\/h3>\n
Olympos Beach<\/h3>\n
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Olympos Teleferik (Cable Car)<\/h3>\n
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Yanarta\u015f<\/h3>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nEntrance, Tickets, and Tours<\/h2>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nHow to Get to Olympos<\/h2>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nFAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/h2>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nThe History of Olympos<\/h2>\n
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