Possessing the most special gifts of nature and history, Köycegiz stands
beside the same named lake a tip of which touches the Mediterranean. Now a
nature and wild life preserve, this site is a real paradise with its rare and
beautiful setting, and with a history going back to 3500 BC. It is possible to
cruise over the natural labyrinth-like channel, walled with reeds, that link
sea and Lake Koycegiz, which is described as "smooth as glass" till noon and
suitable for wind-surfing in the afternoon; it contains almost every kind of
seafood including carp and crab, Dalyan can be reached at the end of a road
decorated with scented frankincense trees. The Dalyan Delta is a unique site,
lying peacefully with its golden beach. Sea turtles of Caretta, and blue crabs
live here making the area more attractive.
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On the other side of the channel is the marvelous view of the ancient city
Caunos, which was situated on the border between Caria and Lycia and a most
important sea-port. The first sight here, is the unique and fascinating tombs
carved into the rock and overlooking the waterway. Also of interest in this
district is the acropolis lying a litte inland, together with a Roman temple,
antique theatre, Ibrab and Susandaa castles.
The Dalyan region is not the last site in Köycegiz to offer natural beauty.
The Gulf of Gocek, with its many bays facing numerous islets is another spot.
Holding a lovely marina, it constitutes a perfect center for sailing, and here
there are also the ruins of the ancient city of Arymaxa, furnishing a
different scenery.
Ekincik is another stopover for yachts, and the right place for those who
wish to rest in the relaxing atmosphere of unspoiled bays. Sangerme, near the
international airport of Dalaman, is still another point of attraction, and
constitutes one of the nicest holiday villages of Köycegiz, with its fine
beaches with neighboring pine forests
Sultaniye Thermal Springs (on the south side of the lake) are one of the
most important spa waters in Europe and the world, for its higher mineral
content, and rich radioactivity.
Kulak, Gedova and Yuvarlak Cayi are naturally attractive places with
picnicking and camping facilities.