Kekova Island

Rounding out our list of the most beautiful islands in Turkey is Kekova Island. People come to Kekova Island not for the island but for what lies in the water along its shores. Boat trips and sea kayaking come here to see the submerged ruins of ancient Dolchiste destroyed by an earthquake in the 2nd century.

The entire surrounding area is fascinating to explore and is one of Turkey's most stunning stretches of coastline. Partially submerged tombs peek out from the harbor waters of the village of Kaleköy, directly across from the island. Kaleköy itself is covered by a fortress and dotted with the ruins of ancient Simena.

Most people come on tours arranged in Kaş, but there are also a handful of boutique hotels and retirement homes in both Kaleköy and the nearby port village of Üçağız (four kilometers to the west). west) if you are looking for a rural retreat.

To wake up to the views of Kekova Island, Ankh Pansion is located right on the waterfront in Kaleköy. This friendly, family-run pension has simple but comfortable rooms with multi-million dollar vista balconies and offers free kayaks for guests to explore this stretch of coast.

Location: Demre district, Antalya province, Turkey