Kemer

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Kemer

Kemer beach by svabodda

Coordinates 36°36′N 30°33′E

elevation

4 m. (13 ft.)

population

9740

calling code

(+90) 242

website

http://www.kemer.bel.tr/

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Location of Kemer within Turkey.

The floods from the mountains formed a lake with marsh. Local people made 23km long stone wall at the foot of the mountain to protect themselves from floods. Because of this wall, the village began to be called "Kemer" (belt).

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Till the 1960s access to the Kemer was only possible by sea. Developed and grew after the 1980s and became popular tourist destination. Completed all the infrastructure activities. World-renowned tourist resort opened.Sea, forest and mountain views next to the historical buildings adds a touch of color to the Kemer.

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Kemer is located at the southwest of Mediterranean Region. Kemer has the coordinates as 36 degree 36 minute northern latitude, 30 degree 34 minute eastern longitude. Kemer is 584 km away from Ankara and 764 km away from Istanbul.

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Antalya airport facilities and Kemer is 60 km away from airport.

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Parallel to the coastline along the highway that allows seeing the beautiful scenery. In both directions every ten minutes from Antalya bus garage is filled with the transportation facilities. 1 hour away from Antalya International Airport. Moreover, it is possible to arrive by sea at theKemer. Finding direct buses from major cities may be possible in the summer season. The easiest solution to Kemer is to ride the bus after coming to Antalya.

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Below weather table belongs to Antalya.

Month

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Average high °C
(°F)

15
(59)

15
(60)

18
(64)

21
(71)

26
(79)

31
(88)

34
(94)

31
(88)

27
(80)

21
(69)

16
(61)

Average low °C
(°F)

6
(42)

7
(45)

11
(51)

15
(58)

19
(66)

22
(72)

22
(71)

19
(65)

15
(58)

10
(50)

7
(44)

Average sunlight hours

5.3

6.1

6.9

8

9.9

11.6

12

11.6

10

8.1

6.3

4.9

Average rainy days

12.4

10.4

9

7.3

5.4

2.9

1.5

2

5.6

7.8

11.5

Precipitation mm
(inches)

219
(8.6)

131
(5.2)

104
(4.1)

63
(2.5)

31
(1.2)

8
(0.3)

3
(0.1)

2
(0.1)

10
(0.4)

84
(3.3)

180
(7.1)

261
(10.3)

Source Turkish State Meteorological Service - Last Update on Jan 18, 2010

[edit] See

Phaselis (Tekirova): Mini Buses run continuously between the Kemer and Phaselis average journey takes 20 minutes. Geographical location shows that was an important port city. Has three ports and land on all of the ruins are Roman. Alexander the Great, admire the beauty of Phaselis and remained in the city during the winter season. Out there has diplomatic relations. Phaselis people, a people proud and arrogant was very fond of. The coins minted in the city, highlighting the beauty of the region. Foreigners coming to town was at first have to wash in bath. Phaselis was a privilege to be in the public and you have to pay big money to be Phaselis. Against one of the theater, the other two at right of the main streets to goes the southern ports in town are three agora. The agora in front of the theater, now a small Byzantine basilica ruins are located. Two other important ruins of the city is still small and one large one in the town square is the remains of two baths.

Olympos: It is the second most important port city after Phaselis in the southern of Antalya. Olympos port known as pirate bed in the history. It is possible to come across a lot remains. Beldibi Cave :It is a rock shelter that located at the 40th km of Antalya-Kemer coast road.It is the second most important prehistoric center of Antalya. Sırtlanini Cave: It is close to the Kemer- Narlıgedik Village. According to the entrance of the cave the deepest point is 32 m. and total length of cave is 348 m. It is horizontal and dry cave. All rooms are connected to the hall are decorated with stalactites, stalagmites and columns. Üçoluk Plateau: You can reach by 37 km long,passing through pine trees stabilized way from Kemer. City's southwest, about 1500 m. The plateau height, has a rich flora and fauna. Infrastructure such as electricity and phone service is not easy. In the highland village houses, cedar, pine and oak trees are as integrated with. The visitors of Antalya and Kemer, travel agencies and trekking programs are organized by the camp.

Kemer Beach: The province that starting up Beldibi until Tekirova usually consists of fine sand and a natural beach in Kemer. Phaselis Beach: History, mountains, seas, forests, shallow bays and fine sand caused by the merger of rare beauty beach.

Moonlight Park and the Dolphin Show Center: Moonlight in the center of the park. Can swim. In the park, the show has a pool. Capacity of 800 people in the show pool, dolphins and sea lions, are demonstrated. Swimming with dolphins, scuba diving has also created opportunities. Also, the communication problem, for disabled children, dolphins are applied with a therapy program. Nomad Park: Kemer Moonlight Bay is located on the lifestyle of the nomads nomads park reflects the features of. This park is located outpatient facilities and restaurants, sightseeing.

Rally Championship: The Anatolian Rally competition has been organizing at plateau of the Kemer since 2000. This race track in the World Rally Championship calendar.18 competition in the private park, the total 1300 km. way covers.

Ağva Natural Harbour: The most important feature is where to be sunk ParisII and Alexandra warships in World War I. 100 dive sites is one of the world. The wreckage of the Paris II.warship is at a 33 meters depth off Kemer marina. In 1995, after being discovered, divers and underwater photographers have become the focus of. Paragliding in Tahtalı : In the mountains behind the town Tekirova paragliding activities are carried out. There are mountains to the summit is climbed to a height of 2375 m.

Tahtali Cable Lift: 2365 meters high, the region's highest mountain, the mountain was built in. Closest to the sea in the world, but one of the highest peak "Tahtalı" mountain.Visitors come from the sea and within minutes you can ski in a unique panorama. Peak is reached in 10 minutes. If fear of an height from the top Kemer view looks great.

[edit] Do

Eat Mediterranean tapas and fish in the seaside.

Join one of the boat tour and enjoy the paradise of bays.

Through the ancient city of Olympos and Phaselis.

Buy various vegetable and fruit jams (citrus, bergamot, eggplant, watermelon) before the back to the home.

Do jeep safari.

If you dare try to dive.

Visit Faselis and Olympos Ancient cities and Beldibi Cave.

See the flame burning for centuries in "Çıralı".

Do windsurf, rafting and paragliding.

Events and Festivals:

Kemer Pomegranate Festival: 2nd week of May.

International Underwater Days: 16-19 May.

Anatolian Rally Championship: 26-29 May.

Carnivale of Kemer: 3rd week of June.

Phaselis Art Days: Between 1st and 4th week of September.

Astro Pitch Football Tournament: Between 1st and 4th week of September/October.

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Mediterranean cuisine is dominant in the region must eat fish and other marine products.. Grida as indigenous seafood, pike, swordfish, bream can be considered. Must also be tasting the famous Mediterranean appetizers.

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