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Gulf of Fethiye :
The Gulf of Fethiye is surrounded by the lower slopes of the Taurus Mountains.
The location has been an attractive settlement area since ancient times
because of it's natural beauty and resources. It was known as the 'Land
of Heros' and associated with the Lycian civilisation which used to be
one of the most reputable civilisations of the world. They were said to
be an ally of the Trojans during the Trojan War. A convenient archaeological
settlement named as 'Caunos' situated alongside the Dalyan river is known
as a frontier city belonging to the Carian civilisation. Archaeological
evidence indicates that this region was a very difficult spot for Alexander
the Great during his campaign to the East. Apart from the Lycians, the
Romans, Byzantines (Eastern Romans), Seljuk Turks and Ottomans are some
of the other civilisations who left their traces in this beautiful location.
Because of it's strategic convenience to the ancient sea trade routes,
the Gulf and it's environs also maintained it's significance for sailors.
There are innumerable archaeological and natural sites surrounding the
Gulf of Fethiye, tempting many local and foreign visitors to this region
of Turkey.
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