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Olu Deniz is
one of the most photographed resorts in Turkey and over the years has
probably featured on more holiday brochure covers than anywhere else in
the world. Wisely, when Turkish tourism was in its infancy the local
authorities realised how precious this place was and made it a
conservation area, forever protecting the stunning shoreline and village
from overdevelopment.
The village
resort is snuggled behind a curved strip of beach that forms an almost
complete circle around a natural blue lagoon. Because of the limits on
development all the accommodation in Olu Deniz are inland but within easy
reach of the resort centre and the fabulous beach. Even though the beach
is part of the conservation area there are areas set aside for watersports
such as scuba diving, canoes and pedaloes.
Sightseeing
& Activities
Organised
excursions are available such as a trip to Dalyan to see the famous Lycian
Rock Tombs, perhaps bathe in the sulphur mud baths or indulge in a boat
trip to Butterfly Valley. As well as the usual watersports at the beach,
other activities have been developed in the area such as mountain biking,
quad biking, horse riding and for the really adventurous paragliding at
Olu Deniz giving you stunning views over the lagoon. The area is also
wonderful for walking and we recommend a stroll from Hisaranu or Ovacik to
the ghost village of Kayakoy, a village abandoned by the Greeks with over
3,000 uninhabited houses.
Coach
Transfers
Dalaman
Airport to Olu Deniz:
1 hour 30 minutes
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