Things You Need To Know About Kalkan

If you are looking for information about Kalkan, which is a dazzling place with many features such as its nature, culture, local flavors and history, do not miss this content! Here is what you need to know about the Kalkan town, which we have included in our previous contents.

We have prepared a detailed information content which have answers and questions such as what is special thing in Kalkan, where is Kalkan, how to get to Kalkan, places to visit in Kalkan and many more. For brief information about the Kalkan, please continue reading; Here you will find the answers to all the questions you are looking for.

Information About Kalkan

Is Kalkan a Town?

Kalkan was a neighborhood of Kaş district which belongs to Antalya until 1976. However, with the decision taken by the Ministry of Interior on February 27 in 1976, the Kalkan neighborhood became a town municipality. Therefore, it can be said that Kalkan has been a municipality since 1976.

How Kalkan Got İts Name?

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The name of Kalkan is related to the architectural structure of Kalkan. You may be surprised, but there is even scientific data on it. You can see the details in our related content. As a matter of fact, the traditional architectural texture of Kalkan resembles the appearance of a shield. The orientation towards the sea in order to enjoy the view and take advantage of the breeze almost overlaps the architecture of the town with the shield shape. Therefore, the name of Kalkan derives from the architecture of the town.

Where Is Kalkan?

Kalkan which is a holiday resort is located in the Kaş district of Antalya. It is only 27.4 km away from Kaş town. Also there are holiday destinations worth seeing around. For those who want to reach Kalkan from different places, Kalkan Directions: How to Go to Kalkan? You can review our content titled.

How Is Kalkan As A Holiday Destination?

Kalkan is one of the popular holiday destinations of both Turkey and the world. Therefore, it is one of the developed destinations in terms of tourism. There are many activities that can be done in the region for both summer and winter holidays. It stands out as a charming holiday destination that has managed to win the hearts of local people and the tourists with its magnificent nature, cultural diversity, rich history, delicious local dishes and eye-catching geography.

Waht To Do In Kalkan?

It is possible to find activities suitable for everyone's sense of entertainment in Kalkan. From the young to the old, from honeymooners to extended families, from large groups of friends to families with children, it is possible for each individual to find activities according to their own understanding of entertainment and taste. For example; in the center of Kaş town which Kalkan belongs to it there are many destinations for families with children to visit. As a matter of fact, you can see the relevant points in our content titled 7 Places to Visit in Kaş for Families with Children.

At the same time, you can find surely something for yourself in terms of activities and places to visit in Kalkan by browsing the Activities and Places to Visit category. For example, destinations such as Kalkan Üzümlü and Kalkan marina are popular among the places to visit in Kalkan.

Kalkan Rental Villas

Kalkan is one of the first destinations that comes to mind when it comes to the tourism sector such as rentals in Kalkan and Kalkan holiday villas. Kalkan villas are one of the acommodation types that have become the focus of everyone's attention for both foreign and domestic tourists. As a matter of fact, Kalkan hostels offer many advantages when compared with accommodation types such as Kalkan hotels. If you wonder what these advantages are, we have a detailed guide for you: Villa Rentals Guide: What is a Villa Holiday?

Instead of Kalkan holiday villas you can also prefer apart-styles as accommodation. At the same time, it is possible to go to destinations such as Kaş and Fethiye, apart from Kalkan.Also Antalya Kalkan villas have a wide variety of accommodation opportunities like  honeymooners, conservative families, families with children, crowded friend groups, concepts with private pools and concepts with heating pools.

Traditional Tastes In Kalkan

Kalkan also has traditional foods as well as each region has its own unique flavors. However, Kalkan is especially famous for its fresh fish food. One of them is undoubtedly the turbot fish. In addition, Kalkan is also very successful in appetizers. As a matter of fact,  it is famous for its recipes like sea bass with rock samphire, artichoke, turkish style borlotti beans, roasted eggplant etc.

Kalkan Bay and Kalkan Beaches

If you have come to Kalkan for a holiday, you would undoubtedly want to spend time on the cleanest beaches or swim in the sea. In this sense, Kalkan Bay and Kalkan Beaches stand out.

In addition, you can easily access the blue flag beaches of important tourism centers such as Antalya,Kaş,Kalkan from the Blue Flag Beaches category. For example; Kalkan Blue Flag Beaches are here!

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