Top Things to do in Patara
What to do and see in Patara, Turkish Mediterranean Coast: The Best Sights & Landmarks
A day trip to Patara, a few miles farther west from Kalkan, offers the chance to combine horseback riding, history and sand surfing. Once an important Lycian port town, legend has it that Patara is the birthplace of Apollo and with certainty it’s the birthplace of St. Nicholas. Horseback riding for riders of all ages and capabilities is available for rides along the 22 kilometers of white beaches. And so is sand surfing.
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1. Patara Kum Tepesi
2. Patara Ruins
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4.5 based on 398 reviews
Much of the city of Patara remains buried in sand, which has helped to preserve many of the ruins. Of particular interest are the Amphitheatre, Necropolis and the monumental gate or Arch of Triumph.
Reviewed By Peter_Ingamells - Hampshire, United Kingdom
Within a short walk from Gelemiş, right on the Lycian Way, lies the ruins of Patara. Much restoration work has been completed and some is ongoing. The key features are the great entrance gate, the assembly hall, the amphitheatre and the main street
3. Patara Amphitheatre
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4.5 based on 109 reviews
One of the city's most important edifices is this theater which today, is partially buried in sand. The building was constructed in 147 A.D. and thought to be dedicated to Emperor Antoninus Pius.
4. The Necropolis
5. Arch of Triumph
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
This triple arched gate, also known as the monumental arch or monumental gate, was built in 100 AD and marks the entrance to the city.
Reviewed By kevp976 - Fareham, United Kingdom
Always a must when visiting the ruins at patara, and a good indi ator that you are fi e minutes from the beach.
6. Hadrian's Granary
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4.0 based on 10 reviews
A Latin inscription on this enormous structure states that it was erected in the name of Emperor Hadrian. The building, which is mostly intact, contains eight doors leading to eight separate storage areas.
