Continuing west out
of Kekova, you come to Kas, a lovely spot surrounded on three sides by
mountains. The friendly local fishermen are happy to run a water taxi
service to take you to a favorite bay, cove or beach along the coast. The
swimming and diving are excellent in the clear cool water around Kas.
Of ancient Antiphellos,as Kas was once known, only the Lycian rock cut
tombs and sarcophagi are left. But the charm of the town remains, and it
is a pleasure to wander through the streets, stopping to examine souvenir
shops that offer Turkish handicrafts, leather goods, copper and silver
items, cotton clothing and the inevitable handmade
carpet.
After shopping stroll along the flower-lined Akdeniz Promenade or relax
under the shade of a palm tree. Kas's bars and restaurants offer plenty of
night life. The mountains that surround the town provide their share of
activities and sights. You can walk through forested hills to visit remote
villages and ancient ruins. The energetic may want to attempt the highest
peak in the area, Mt. Kizlar Sivrisi(3,086 meters), or the second highest,
Mt. Akdag(3,030 meters). Along the scenic Kalkan road, Kapitas has a
beautiful beach, at one end of which is the Turquoise Grotto.