Lycian Way, Hiking trail in southwest Turkey
This long-distance footpath runs along the Turkish Mediterranean coast, connecting Fethiye with Antalya over a distance of more than 500 kilometers (310 miles). The route alternates between sandy coves, pine forests and mountain ridges, with some sections climbing above 1800 meters (5900 feet).
The path follows routes that once linked trading cities of the Lycians in antiquity. Along the way, one can see ruins of temples and tombs from a period reaching back to the fourth century BCE.
Walkers pass through small villages where families have raised goats and tended olive groves for generations. Daily life revolves around handwork and simple meals made from vegetables, cheese and bread.
Plan on four to five weeks for the full route, though many choose to walk only selected stages. Guesthouses in villages offer hot meals and beds, while camping is allowed in some coastal areas.
Red and white painted marks guide walkers through sections where Lycian script remains visible on rocks beside the route. These inscriptions date from a time when the region had its own language and alphabet.
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