Sunday, March 8, 2015

Akyaka: An Idyllic Little Known Holiday Destination Near Dalaman

The holiday town of Akyaka is set in southwest Turkey at the end of the Gulf of Gökova. 
At Villa Vali we welcome you to stay and share the beauty of the Gökova region.



Akyaka is close to familiar Turkish resorts but feels a world away.



This little known holiday destination sits at the base of the Sakar Mountain and stretches to the Gökova Plain. 

Akyaka - A Holiday Destination In a Region of Outstanding Natural Beauty.


Akyaka is an unspoiled village sitting on the edge of the River Azmak and Gokova Plain is best described by its view from the Sakar Pass descending from Mugla. The view is breathtaking and embraces untouched pine forests, secret coves and bays along the turquoise coastline and the government protected Eucalyptus Alley running from the Gökova crossroads to the neighbouring village of Akçapinar. Akyaka rests sleepily between turquoise waters and a stunning mountain backdrop and is a tranquil location far from the crowds of nearby resorts.





The holiday season spans April through October and the region averages 200 - 250 days of sunshine per year. This area of Turkey has the perfect climate for holiday makers: water temperatures range from 15 - 26 degrees and in the height of summer an onshore breeze makes the hottest of days very comfortable.


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This region of Turkey is an area of outstanding natural beauty. 

  

Akyaka holiday apartment rental with shared pool, internet access and balcony/terrace


Ecologically the local area offers a diverse range of flora and fauna. Architecturally the town is unique and all houses are crafted from local resources in the style of the architect Nail Çakırhan. Culturally the sleepy characteristics of this village are preserved: there are no nightclubs and loud music late at night is forbidden. 




Historically Akyaka has areas of interest, boasting antique remains, roman tombs and a medieval castle. Nearby Gökova has ancient Lycian rock tombs.carved by hand into the mountain.




 




Akyaka is served by Dalaman Airport, 67km away. To see traditional Turkey the region’s capital of Mugla is a 25km drive. Marmaris, 30 km away, sits on a marvelous bay at the edge of a hilly peninsula and offers a harbourside promenade and a raging nightlife. All are accessible by public transport and car. 





The province of Mugla has lots to offer. 






The ancient city of Ephesus, the best preserved city in the Mediterranean, can be visited within the day. Also a day trip away are the travertine pools of Pamukkale and Hieropolis ruins and the ruined city of Aphrodisias. 




Köyceğiz is a peaceful lakeside village set within a nature reserve and boat trips can be taken from here to Dalyan, to Sultaniye hot springs and mudbaths and to the ruined city of Kaunos. The journey to Dalyan takes about an hour: the town is set on the banks of a river and is backed by a cliff face with Lycian tombs. Iztuzu beach, famed for its sandy beaches and loggerhead turtles is easily accessed from Dalyan.



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