Dalyan Kaunos Boat Tour

Iztuzu Beach

Iztuzu Beach is the world-famous beach of Dalyan district of Ortaca district of Muğla province in Turkey. Given the historical richness and natural beauty of Iztuzu Beach, it is an important place that attracts the attention of local and foreign tourists.

Historical Features

The ancient city of Kaunos Iztuzu Beach is located in front of the ancient city of Kaunos. In ancient times, the city was one of the main port cities. The area is located at the intersection of Lycian and Carian civilizations.

Caretta Caretta Turtles: Iztuzu Beach is one of the most important breeding grounds for the endangered Caretta Caretta sea turtles. The beach was taken under protection by the authorities in 1988 to protect the turtles.
Iztuzu is one of the few beaches where these turtles lay their eggs and is therefore very important environmentally and ecologically.

Beauties

It is about 4.5 kilometers long and has a natural structure with fine golden sand. One side opens to the Mediterranean Sea and the other to fresh water, the delta of the Dalyan River, so the beach has two sides.

One end of the beach embraces the tranquil Dalyan Canal, while the other end embraces the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Pine forests and mountains surround the beach, making it a paradise for nature lovers.

The natural beauty of Iztuzu beach and the habitat of important species such as Caretta Caretta turtles is a protected area.
For this reason, it has been able to preserve its naturalness to a great extent.

Iztuzu Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Turkey thanks to its historical and natural features. It is an ideal place for peace seekers and nature lovers.

Kaunos Ancient City

One of the important trade and port cities of the ancient period is the ancient city of Kaunos in the Dalyan region.
The history of the city dates back to the 10th century BC and traces of both Carian and Lycian cultures can be seen in Kaunos.
Especially due to its convenient location and natural harbor, the city played an important role as a trade center in the past.

Places to See in Kaunos Ancient City:
Rock Tombs: These tombs have become the symbol of Kaunos due to their magnificent structures carved into the steep rocks. The tombs built for nobles and royalty are the best examples of Lycian architecture. The most striking feature of the tombs is that their facades contain details similar to temple architecture.

Kaunos Theater

Built in the Hellenistic period and with an audience capacity of 5,000 people, the theater has a dominant view of the ancient city of Kaunos. In ancient times, the theater was used for numerous events such as theatrical performances and meetings.

Kaunos Acropolis

It is located at the highest point of the city and is used as a way to protect and detect threats to the city. From here you have a wonderful view of both the city and the surrounding nature.

Kaunos Buildings

Temples of various gods; public buildings; Roman baths, agora – market place and water cisterns can be visited in Kaunos.

Kaunos Harbor and Shipyard

As a harbor city, Kaunos must have had an important shipyard and trade port in ancient times. Today, the ruins of this harbor reveal how much the city developed in ancient times.

The ancient city of Kaunos is a place to explore, with many points of interest for both history buffs and nature lovers. It also offers unique historical ruins and landscapes, making the trip unforgettable. Furthermore, the fact that this city is on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List emphasizes its importance.