Exploring the enigmatic beauty of Altınbeşik Lake Cavern in Antalya
Nestled within the captivating landscapes of Antalya, Türkiye, lies a hidden gem that has intrigued adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike for centuries – the Altınbeşik Lake Cavern. Tucked away beneath the Taurus Mountains, this natural wonder beckons explorers to uncover its mysteries and immerse themselves in its mesmerizing beauty. Altınbeşik Lake Cavern, also known as […]
Türkiye marks Anzac Day
Thusands of people gathered by a beach near the former World War I battlefields on Türkiye’s Gallipoli Peninsula and in cities and towns in Australia and New Zealand on Thursday to pay homage to soldiers who lost their lives in a disastrous campaign 109 years ago. The annual ceremonies mark the first landings of troops […]
Fethiye celebrates National Sovereignty and Children’s Day
The 23rd of April is a unique and very special international celebration. The founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, dedicated this day to the children of the country to emphasize that they are the future of the new nation. National Sovereignty and Children’s Day (Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı) commemorates the inauguration of the […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 21st April 2024
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Muğla Metropolitan Municipality carries out stream cleaning in Marmaris Muğla Metropolitan Municipality is carrying out cleaning work on 1400 metres of stream in Marmaris to take precautions against floods and environmental pollution. Muğla Metropolitan Municipality MUSKİ […]
Exploring the mysterious depths of Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern
Hidden beneath the bustling streets of Istanbul is the vast underground Basilica Cistern, a beautiful piece of Byzantine engineering and the most unusual tourist attraction in the city. A captivating testament to the ingenuity of Byzantine architects and the rich history of this vibrant city. A Glimpse into History Built in the 6th century during […]
Mesopotamia Express: discover Türkiye’s cultural treasures with this new train route
Travellers to Türkiye will soon be able to explore some of its historic treasures and culinary delights with a new tourist train. The Mesopotamia Express departs from the capital Ankara and meanders through the country’s inner, eastern and southeastern Anatolian regions. The train stops at destinations including Kayseri, Malatya and Elazığ with enough time for […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 14th April 2024
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. NEWS All 184 stranded cable car passengers evacuated in Antalya A cable car pod struck a pole and burst open in the southern city of Antalya, killing one and leaving 184 people stranded in 24 cabins, according to officials and […]
Recipe: Smoked Aubergine Puree (Baba Ghanoush)
The ultimate aubergine recipe… This delicious smoky dip is the ultimate aubergine recipe and a classic part of any meze selection. The principal ingredients are aubergines, garlic, lemon juice, tahini and olive oil. Scooped up with warm flatbread, this is perfect outdoor or picnic food. Smoked Aubergine Puree (Baba Ghanoush) Ingredients 3 large aubergines 2 […]
The Çalış Boat Cooperative
This article was written for Fethiye Times by Steve Parsley The Çalış Boat Cooperative has come a long way since a handful of captains started working together taking tourists out fishing in Fethiye Bay in 1987. In the early days, there were no tables or chairs or even any onboard toilets. But today there are […]
Taking Time For The Water Taxi
This article was written for Fethiye Times by Steve Parsley No matter where you live, it’s easy to get sucked into a routine. You get up, have breakfast – and so it begins. You may not do exactly the same every day, but there’s still probably a pattern which feels comfortable. It’s not that you […]