Çıralı is an agricultural
village
A village is a human settlement or community, larger than a hamlet but smaller than a town with a population typically ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand. Although villages are often located in rural areas, the term urban v ...
in southwest Turkey, in the
Kemer district of
Antalya Province
Antalya Province () is a Provinces of Turkey, province and Metropolitan municipalities in Turkey, metropolitan municipality of Turkey. It is located on the Mediterranean Region, Turkey, Mediterranean coast of south-west Turkey, between the Taur ...
. It is walking distance from the ancient ruins of
Olympos and
Chimaera permanent gas vents, located in the ancient
Lycia
Lycia (; Lycian: 𐊗𐊕𐊐𐊎𐊆𐊖 ''Trm̃mis''; , ; ) was a historical region in Anatolia from 15–14th centuries BC (as Lukka) to 546 BC. It bordered the Mediterranean Sea in what is today the provinces of Antalya and Muğ ...
region of
Anatolia
Anatolia (), also known as Asia Minor, is a peninsula in West Asia that makes up the majority of the land area of Turkey. It is the westernmost protrusion of Asia and is geographically bounded by the Mediterranean Sea to the south, the Aegean ...
.
Çıralı is a very small rural village located just over an hour's drive southwest from
Antalya
Antalya is the fifth-most populous city in Turkey and the capital of Antalya Province. Recognized as the "capital of tourism" in Turkey and a pivotal part of the Turkish Riviera, Antalya sits on Anatolia's southwest coast, flanked by the Tau ...
. It has a 3.5 km secluded beach. The ancient ruins of Olympos are located at the far end of its coast. A short hike up the hill is required to reach the flames of the
Chimaera.
Tucked away on Turkey's stunning Mediterranean coastline, Cirali is renowned for its lush natural surroundings. Imagine waking up to the chirping of birds, taking a stroll amidst the citrus orchards, or hiking through the pine forests. It's not only a paradise for eco-tourism enthusiasts but also a haven for those who seek relaxation and peace.
The beach at Cirali is another of its treasures. The crystal-clear water is ideal for swimming, while the long, pristine stretch of sand is perfect for sunbathing. Its beach is a major nesting site for Caretta Caretta turtles, making it an exciting spot for wildlife enthusiasts as well.
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Image:Cirali-olympos-theme-photo.JPG, Cirali Olympos Beach
Image:CiraliMeczet.jpg, The mosque in Çıralı
References
External links
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Çıralı Information and Guide.
Çıralı InformationÇıralı OnlineREPUBLIC OF TURKEY MINISTRY OF CULTURE AND TOURISM - Antalya - Beydaglari Shore National Park
Turkish Riviera
Kemer District
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