Mugla is one of the most beautiful and oldest tourist settlements in Turkey, a unique city with a different atmosphere in summer and winter. It is almost impossible to visit this entire city, each area more beautiful than the other, in one trip. With the title of being one of the oldest settlements in the ancient Karia region, Mugla is an ancient city that h...
The Arabian Yutan Valley, one of the natural wonders waiting to be discovered in Milas, the valley consists of a lush green valley and a pond formed in the middle of the valley, and it has been a frequently visited place by the people of the region for picnics and swimming since ancient times. Since a person drowned in the waters of the valley, the area in q...
The Qumush Kesen Monument, which appears among the most beautiful artifacts from antiquity, is a tomb built for an important person or a noble person in that period. There are decorations and geometric shapes bearing the characteristics of the period on the monument, which was built in the second century AD. It is considered one of the most important works o...
Mount Sandras, which is part of the Western Taurus Mountains, reaches a height of 2,295 meters, which is a very special geography with a rich plant diversity. You can camp on the mountain which has different trees and plants. You can also ski, as it is the best alternative to things to do in Mugla in winter.
The Mausoleum and Sanctuary of Hecatomonos, refers to an older period than the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus as of the date of its construction. Although the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus is known all over the world, the Mausoleum of Hecatomonos is the predecessor of Halicarnassus with its earliest history. Information about the shrine and its history can be acces...
Sultaniya Hot Springs, which has the distinction of being the highest radiant thermal spring in Turkey, ranks second after hot springs in Indonesia. It is known that the spa was opened by the people of Kaunos two thousand years ago, and it is understood that the ruins of the nearby hospital confirm this information. The spa water is 39 degrees and there are ...
The Milas Agha Mosque, which has a very simple structure, was built by Abdul Aziz Agha in 1737. The mosque was built in the form of a rectangle and its minaret was added in 1885. The minaret was built by Mrs. Rafia, who belongs to the same lineage.
Engerlin Cave, only 150 meters of the cave can be visited, the total length of which is 350 meters. There are giant stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and pools of distilled stone in the cave. All these natural formations consist of halls divided into certain sections and connected to each other. The halls are divided by different names.
Founded in the 6th century BC, the ancient city of Labranda, which was an important center for the mysterious Caranians who lived in antiquity. Taking its name from the tool of war used in antiquity, the double-edged ax, the city lost its sanctuary in a fire in the fourth century AD. Today, there are still about 8 meters of mihrab from the sanctuary to Milas...
Firuz Bey Mosque, also known as Kursunlu Mosque because the top of the dome of the mosque is covered with lead, draws attention for its architecture, and it is the oldest mosque in Milas, and thus is among the important places of worship related to the history of Milas. The veined marble doors of the sanctuary, built in 1394 by Firuz Bey, the ruler of Mentch...
Solongor Lake, the lake has a great view. The lake, also known by its other name Solcllow, is a place almost intertwined with nature as it has a beach covered in pine forests. You can watch the sunset and enjoy romantic moments in the lake, which is 2 km long and 1.5 km wide. You can sit in the picnic areas on the lake and spend some time. You can also go hi...
The Ax Gate, which appears as the only remnant of Muglas oldest city walls, is one of the oldest historical monuments of Milas. It is 5 meters high and 12 meters wide. Noteworthy is the two-sided ax symbol on this door arch, which is said to be from the 1st century BC. It got its name from this symbol on it. The gate was part of the road that was created to ...
Lake Jygiz Village, the number one address for photography and nature lovers, has a different view in all four seasons. The lake, which fascinates with its natural beauty and historical monuments, fascinates everyone and thus attracts many tourists. Surrounded by mountains and covered with timber and pine forests, the lake is an exceptional spot. You can pra...
The city of Euromos is one of the most important cities of the ancient era and the most important cities of the region after Milas. It was founded around the sixth century BC. Among its most important features, according to historians, is that it is home to half a dozen of the best preserved temples in Asia, the Temple of Zeus Labrindios. It is estimated tha...
The Milas Museum opened its doors to visitors in 1987. The place where the building is located is a park of 1.5 acres and is located in a two-storey building. There are 11 exhibits in the museums exhibition hall, and in these exhibits important remains from the Neolithic to Roman times are presented in chronological order. The museum garden is also part of t...
Yassos Fish Market Museum, excavations began in the museum in 1993 and on August 11, 1995, it began operating as an open-air museum. Although the ancient area was in fact a mausoleum, the Italians misnamed it and it has remained under that name until today. The remains displayed in an area of 107 x 87 meters belong to a very wide time period between the Ea...
Lake Denizcik, located on the Pechen Plateau in Milas, is a small crater lake. The excursions of the people of Milas against the view of the lake are famous. It is located on an area of approximately 4 square kilometers; You can visit it for activities like taking photos, picnic and hiking.
The Seven Monastery, the monastery overlooking Lake Bava dates back to the 7th century BC. The monastery where the frescoes of Jesus and his twelve apostles are located, is also one of the important points of Christian culture. Although this place has been abandoned to its fate today, you can see the ruins of an important monastery that is really worth seein...
The Milas Grand Mosque, which appears as one of the rare works from the Ottoman period among the historical places of Milas, is an important place of worship built by Ahmed Ghazi in 1378. The restoration work of the Milas Ulu Mosque was carried out between 1879 and 1912. The Ulu Mosque also known as Ahmed Mosque features Gazi, being the largest mosque in Mil...
Sleeping Valley, is a very quiet place with a mixture of flowers, trees and fresh air. It will allow you to get away from the noise and traffic of the city, has been very popular especially in recent years, and is a wonderful natural destination surrounded by olive, pine, walnut and citrus trees. You can go hiking, trekking, camping and picnic here, taste de...
Isquilm Beach, surrounded by forests on three sides and set in a wonderful nature with the endless stretch of the Mediterranean in front, is one of the most popular beach clubs in Akyaka. It is an ideal place for those looking for comfort on their vacation, with its green spaces, hammocks, and its restaurant, it promises vacationers of fun moments. There is ...
On the island of Sedir, which has witnessed thousands of years of history, there is the ancient city of Sedrai (Kadrai) and its ruins. The ruins of the ancient city date back to the sixth century BC. The island is known as Cleopatra Island and we know that it got its name from the unique golden beaches, but some legends show that Cleopatra swimming on these ...
Akyaka, which impresses tourists with its clean sea and vast green forests, is home to beautiful beach companies. Chinar Beach Club, reveals the natural beauty of Akyaka with its unique nature and sea. Behind the beach there is a small waterfall whose waters mix with the sea. You can use the waterfall to get rid of the salt water and feel a little cooler fro...
Kursunlu Mosque, the mosque built by a prince during the Ottoman period was built in 1493, the mosque was used as a madrasa with 30 classrooms when it was first built, and was also used for worship. The wall decorations inside the mosque are a rare detail and the woodwork in the mosque is really beautiful. The mosque is one of the most beautiful examples of ...
