Hostels in CIRALI, TURKEY

Cirali – A Peaceful Weekend Getaway

Cirali, an agricultural town in southwest Turkey is a treat for travellers with its beach, valleys, seas and ancient ruins. A peaceful atmosphere and beautiful flora and fauna is sure to take your breath away.

History
The region’s history goes back to 100 B.C when it was first recorded by the Lycians. The region used to be often attacked for capturing people as slaves. The Romans finally defeated the pirates in 78 B.C but were faced with a new challenge from the Arabian attackers because of which the region suffered substantial damage. Rulers from Venice, Rhodes and Geneva also unsuccessfully tried to resurrect the region. The Turkoman clans also made this attempt by rushing people to this region during late 11th century A.D but the region was lost for good after the 15th century.

Popular Places and Attractions
The 3.2 Km long Cirali beach is its biggest attraction. The beach is marked by cliffs on both its ends and is surrounded by beautiful mountains. It is also one of those rare nesting sites where loggerhead turtles of the Mediterranean come out for nesting. During winters, the Cirali shore plays host to three streams of water joining the sea. The nearby Ulupinar region is also blessed with creeks and rivers.

Olympos, an ancient city belonging to Hellinistic times and Chimeira Mountains is located near Cirali. Methane gas leaking from the splits between the limestone and serpentine rock structures of the region is responsible for this eternal fire. It is also an important contributor to the legend of Khimeira, a fire-breathing monster belonging to the times of Bellorophon. Some other popular attractions are Eko Reptile Park, Demre Myra ruins, Kekova Island and Sunken City.

Getting Around
Buses, taxis and rental cars would be the best options for providing you with a comfortable travel guide to and around the town.

Places for Entertainment
The region around Cirali is a trekker’s delight. Trails, called the Lycian Way are available between Cirali and Tekiravo (19 Kms) as well as Cirali and Ulupinar (12 Kms) with its ending located round Chimeira’s flames. These paths and trails are marked in white and red. Hiking can be taken up at Mt. Olympos located in Olympos National Park. All these hikes and trails are flanked by breathtaking views of several mountains and rivers such as Mt. Musa, Mt. Omurga, River Akcay, River Andizli and River Ulupinar. Swimming ponds and waterfalls can also be seen along these rivers. Boat tours, white-water rafting on Goynuk Canyon, Kumluca Shopping Market, Kemer Hammams and rock climbing are few other places for entertainment.

Accommodation
Budget Hotels, youth hostels, village houses, B&B’s (bed and breakfast), guesthouses, lodges and inns are available for looking after the accommodation requirements if tourists.

Currency
The Turkish Lira (TL) is the official currency of Turkey. Currency can be exchanged in authorized banks, hotels and currency exchange offices of the town or nearby cities. But, it is suggested to be aware of the latest exchange rates by browsing the relevant internet and local news publications so that you get the best rates while exchanging currency.

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