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Copyright: gurkan akcakir (izmirli) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1564 W: 0 N: 1281] (15922)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2004-09-30
Categories: Nature
Exposure: f/6.6
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-06-30 5:29
Viewed: 306
Points: 50
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Kas is built around the remnants of the ancient Antiphellos and surrounded by lofty, rugged cliffs. From a little port, it has prospered to an important tourist attraction and the second major resort of the region. It has a rocky coastline, which provides unhindered access to the gleaming waters of Mediterranean. Bestowed with contradicting aspects like sea and mountain, modern buildings and ancient ruins, this small resort exudes a special charm, which also comes from its easy-going, laid-back ambience.

If you want to experience the vintage charm nestled in the corner of nature, come to Kas. The place is unique in itself.
Due to its historical backdrop, the small town of Kas boasts of quite a few ancient treasures. Just in the center of Kas, there lies a Lycian Sarcophagus. On the west lies a well-preserved amphitheater of the Hellenistic period, which is still in use. The monumental lion’s tomb with its magnificent 4th century BC sculpted carvings is a feast the eye. There are a number of Lycian rock tombs in and around the town, particularly in the Northwest and the relics of the ancient town walls near the shore.

Kas does not lag behind in natural treasures and boasts of the best pebbly beaches like Kucukcakil, Buyuk Cakil, Akca germe, etc. The beach of Limangazi, which can be reached by a boat, is beautiful and serene. This beach is surrounded by a tiny cove with Olive trees. You will also be mesmerized by the unperturbed beauty of nature in the small beach of Kaputan, which lies below 192 rocky steps from the road level.

Among the nearby attractions of Kas, Kekova is a well-known tourist spot. Kekova is the coastline amidst Kas and Kale and is interposed with no less than 17 historic sites - many of whose historical names are not yet known. Some conspicuous remnants include primeval farmsteads, Lycian fortresses, fortified settlements, etc.

There are also the remains of a mysterious civilization around Kekova Island, which lies just beneath the water surface and can be viewed from glass-bottomed boats.

Elmali is another picturesque spot, which lies at an altitude of 3,936ft in the Tauras Mountain. Surrounded by the cedar and pine forests, the region of Elmali Ovasi boasts of several villages, which house the ancient wood grain stores. The region is also known for its archaeological treasures.

A 13th century shipwreck that has been discovered in the south of Kas is a major tourist attraction. Turkish and American undersea archaeologists discovered it in 1984 and found priceless bronze relics in the ship.

Simena is a place that lies on the eastern peninsula of Tristomas Bay and it is primarily famous for its medieval castle that overlooks the tiny hamlet of Kaleüçagiz. The base of the castle is built on an ancient citadel.

Other attractions include the town of Andriake (where river Andrekos meets the plane of Kale), port town of Finike (dotted with beautiful beaches), Myra/Kale, etc.

There are literally abundant activities, which you can pursue in Kas. If you are a bit of the adventurous type, then you can trek the mountain to visit the cliff tombs or take boat trips to not-so-far Ucagiz and Kalekoy (blue cave). You can also avail the trip on the glass-bottomed boats to view the sunken cities around the Kekova Island. Arrangements can also be made for trips to archaeological sites of Demre, Myra and Xanthos.

If you want some time for yourself to unwind and relax, you can opt to have a swim in the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. You can also spend sometime in the water front cafes and restaurants and enjoy the laid-back lifestyle.
mbrito, cunejo200, tnahari, juyona, norenastramus, Emma, c_rapp, tanburi, tjutjut, Romeu, CyberMeritam, chrisJ, efrosini, inunguak has marked this note useful
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Lovely view, we get a great impression of space and scale - maybe a slight crop from the top to focus more on the main body of the image, but this is still very nice. Good shot!

Amazing view. Nice shot well done.

Merhaba Gürkan Bey,
Kartpostal tadında nefis bir panorama.Renkler ve perspektif olağanüstü güzellikte..Elinize sağlık.
Selam ve saygılar.

hAyAti

Not:Üstad TE deki fotoğraflarınıza ne oldu? siz mi sildiniz, bir problem mi oldu? Yılların emeğine ne oldu merak ediyorum?.....

Hello Gurkan,
A superb landscape of Kas. The high elevation shows good details of the city below as well as the lofty, rugged cliffs. There is good sharpness and the colors appear true. Greetings my friend. Danilo

Hi Gurkan
a nice postcard from Kas.
I remember this amazing place from a short visit.
wonderful capture of the islands.
regards
tsilla

Gurkan Hi:
Beautuful presentation of this nature landscape. The colors are beautiful and the POV is amazing. Excellent educational note, as always.
Very Well Done
Congratulaitons, my friend
Larry
USA-tfs

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  • basir Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 439 W: 6 N: 187] (1475)
  • [2008-06-30 8:41]

Gerçekten çok güzel bir görüntü.
Yapılaşmanın hızlanmaması dileklerimizle.
Selamlar,Saygılar.

Cumhur..

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  • juyona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 2518 W: 0 N: 994] (13816)
  • [2008-06-30 9:51]

Hola Gurkan,
precioso trabajo,
detalles y sensacional pov,
hermosa vista,
saludos

Merhaba Dostum
Panaromik görünüm ve harika derinlik.
Sag alttaki tellerde dışında,nefis bir komposizyon arkadaşım.
Ellerine saglık,tebrikler.
Selamlar
H.Ayhan

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  • Mitra Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1341 W: 76 N: 846] (7520)
  • [2008-06-30 11:06]

This landscape is fantastic. The colours, the depth, details and the light are superb. Well done.
Mitra

Merhaba Gürkan bey,
Kaş'ı kuşbakışı,panaromik olarak muhteşem görüntülediniz.
Derinlik ve detaylar çok mükemmel. Elinize sağlık üstadım.
Selam,sevgiler.
Dr.Seyfettin Güner

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  • clnaef Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Workshop Editor/Silver Note Writer [C: 1024 W: 57 N: 31] (5685)
  • [2008-06-30 12:42]

Bonjour,
Agréable paysage bien cadré. On rêve à des vacances prochaines.
Bonne journée.
clnaef

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  • Emma Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1507 W: 5 N: 1612] (9066)
  • [2008-06-30 13:05]

Merhaba my friend Gürkan,
Beautiful view of the landscape ,wonderful light,colours and the amanzing composition.
Well done.
Eva

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  • c_rapp Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 936 W: 18 N: 1177] (6702)
  • [2008-06-30 19:00]

A wonderful landscape scene. Great color and pov a nice eye lead to it. TFs
Christan

Nice landscape.
Great perspectiv and beautiful colors.
Ths,

sabina

Selam Gürkan Üstad,
Derinlik ve enginlik duyguları veren bir peysaj.
Bir ustaişi.
Ellerine sağlık
Selahattin E

Hi Gurkan,

Beautiful place . .
Lovely captured and composed . .
My preference to crop the bottom part (remove the wires) and small part of the sky . . but it's a lovely view . .

Tfs,
TJutjut

Many thanks for your kind words on 200 .

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  • Romeu Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 295 W: 0 N: 153] (1419)
  • [2008-07-01 2:44]

Hi Gurkan,

Amazind landscape from Kas! Love the light and the compo.

Congratulations,
Romeu

Hi Gurkan,
Beautiful wide view and angle here..
Nice place and beautiful scene..
Good detail and sharpness..
Nice shot!

CM

Thanks for the wonderful critique on "FIREWORKS & FOUNTAIN".

Wow, great view here my friend. It's awesome.
Dennis

Merhaba dear friend
Exclusive landscape in photo with excellent comosition. Your photo give us strong filling and desire to be on that place and to fill it. Thanks for the explenations
Best wishes
Melany

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  • Kiwis Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1590 W: 0 N: 184] (12916)
  • [2008-07-01 5:07]

Hi Gurkan,
Beautiful scenery!! Colors, light and composition is perfect. A real great shot of landscape. Thanks
Regards
Diane

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  • chrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3713 W: 216 N: 3721] (28231)
  • [2008-07-01 5:11]

Hi gurkan

A marvellous landscape with excellent color, lighting & sharpness. I like the curving road & peninsula.

Hello Gurkan
This landscape is fantastic. The colours, the depht, the detail and the light are superb. And the composition is vcery well done.
Congrats, mb
: ltr

Merhaba Gürkan Bey,

Kartpostal tadında bir fotograf... Emeğinize sağlık. Paylaşımınız için teşekkürler.

Saygılar & Selamlar
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