Lake Salda – perfect for some time away
Nestled in the Yeşilova district of Burdur, the popular Lake Salda (Salda Gölü), with its white beach, sand dunes and crystal clear water is often likened to the Maldives. In fact, it is so similar, it is known locally as the Saldives. There is also a bus service from Fethiye. Click here for details. Lake Salda […]
Turkey – a magical winter wonderland
Different seasons are one of nature’s greatest gifts. At the moment, Turkey is in the grip of harsh winter weather with snow blanketing much of the country and below-freeing temperatures making moving from the warmth of a soba a challenge to say the least! It’s worth the effort! The Turkish landscape is stunning all year […]
Fethiye’s cycling Santas ride for the fifth year
Thank you to self-professed Grinch Sian Midgley for the update. Santa’s Christmas bike ride Yesterday, 24 local cyclists donned their festive suits and took part in the fifth annual Santa’s Christmas bike ride in Fethiye. This year’s event, organised by keen cyclist Robert, started at 11 am at the Reis Cafe in Akarca. Riders, many of whom […]
Yaşam İçin Yarış (Race For Life Turkey) runners and riders raise thousands
Around 200 runners, walkers and cyclists took part in Fethiye’s Race For Life (Yaşam İçin Yariş) yesterday with 120,000TL raised so far for local causes fighting cancer. The weather was kind for the event which started from the town’s main square outside the Culture Centre, following a five-kilometre route along the Kordon and back. Participation rather […]
Fairy chimneys of Çankırı – a hidden wonder of Anatolia
“Fairy chimneys” are the end result of a geological process that began millions of years ago when volcanic eruptions reigned. Mention fairy chimneys and thoughts turn immediately to Cappadocia. These extraordinary mushroom-shaped rock formations have become the most recognised symbol of Cappadocia. But fairy chimneys can also be found in other places in Anatolia. Çankırı […]
KETEM Cancer Screening – don’t be late, be healthy
Cancer screening saves thousands of lives each year. It can detect cancers at an early stage and in some cases, even prevent cancers from developing in the first place… Cancer screening is an effective way to reduce the risk of certain cancers. Getting screening tests regularly may find breast, cervical, and colorectal (colon) cancers early, when […]
Üzümlü celebrates spring with a festival of fun
This article was written for Fethiye Times by Steve Parsley The 11th Yeşilüzümlü spring mushroom and dastar festival was a huge success at the weekend – despite the weather. Supported every year by Fethiye Belediye, the programme began on Friday afternoon (April 5, 2019) and continued into Saturday when persistent, heavy rain meant crowds may have […]
Baked Cauliflower with Feta, Dill and Onions (Karnabahar Mücveri)
An utterly delicious vegetarian Turkish appetizer from Ozlem’s Turkish Table, featuring cauliflower, flavored with feta cheese, onions, dill, parsley. Baking works very well here, the result is a lovely, light vegetarian dish; delicious hot or cold… “Inspired by the delicious Zucchini/courgette fritters with feta; Mucver, as we call it in Turkish, this time I made this wonderful […]
Five of Turkey’s most special beach hideaways
This article was written by James Stewart Prefer to get away from the crowds on holiday? These secluded beach spots could be exactly what you’re looking for… The natural wonders of Turkey’s Turquoise Coast are hardly a secret. So in high season, when its most popular resorts are bustling and summer parties are in full […]
New premises from old for Fethiye’s Community Church
A small church with a big vision… Fethiye celebrated the official opening of Fethiye Halk Kilisesi Derneği (Fethiye Community Church) last month. The very well-attended opening was led by the church pastor, David Teylor and started with a welcome and ribbon-cutting ceremony. Welcome & Cutting of Ribbon “On behalf of Fethiye Halk Kilisesi Derneği we […]