Kekova

Kekova is an uninhabited island of about 4.5 km² off the coast of Demre, Antalya province. It faces the villages of Kaleköy, ancient Simena, and Üçağız, ancient Teimiussa. The surrounding 260 km² area has been a specially protected zone since 1990.

On the island's northern shore, earthquakes in antiquity left parts of an ancient town under water. Stone stairs, house walls and pier remains lie up to 4–5 m deep. Swimming over these ruins is not allowed, so boats and kayaks pass slowly alongside. In Kaleköy, a castle stands on the hill above the village. Inside its walls is a small theatre cut into the rock, with seven rows of seats.

Üçağız is the land gateway to the area; Kaleköy can be reached only by sea. Boat tours leave from Üçağız and from Kaş harbour. The path up to the castle is steep, partly on ancient steps. The main boat season is summer; out of season, check with the boat operators before you go.