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Patara
One of Türkiye’s longest beaches
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Image courtesy of © Angela Stefanoni · CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia CommonsAbout Patara
Patara has a long sandy beach backed by dunes, inside a protected area where loggerhead turtles nest in summer, so the beach closes at night. Behind it lie the ruins of Patara, one of the chief cities of ancient Lycia.
Why it's on our list
- Long sandy beach
- Ancient city
- Turtle nesting
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Patara before you go.