Kalkan

Kalkan was once a peaceful fishing village at the foot of the Taurus Mountains, but it is now a popular seaside resort for both local and international visitors. Kalkan is located in one of Europe's most beautiful, sweeping Mediterranean bays, with the truly majestic Taurus Mountains as a backdrop. The beautiful and historic old town area extends back from the sea through an exquisite harbour full of Turkish wooden gulets and small fishing craft, bordered by waterfront restaurants and the beach.

Kalkan, formerly a Greek fishing village, is now a thriving but still unspoiled resort, with the bustling historic Old Quarter at its heart. After dusk, its winding streets teem with people as the tantalizing aromas of Kalkan's renowned cuisine entice people down to the harbour and surrounding streets.

The old town is a place you'll want to discover and enjoy, with an eclectic mix of Greek and old Kalkan architecture, roof terrace restaurants, and lovely views of the sea. Kalkan's beauty is best appreciated by boat, but it does have one of the most beautiful beaches on the Turquoise Coast: Kaputas Beach. Canyoning is available in the Kaputas Gorge for active travelers, and September and October are ideal months to try it.

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Location: Kaş, Antalya Province, Turkey