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Yaniklar

Muğla, Turkey · Asia

About Yaniklar

Yaniklar works well as a base: 20 minutes from Fethiye, 9km from Lycian Way.

Yaniklar is a town located in Muğla, Turkey. With a population of 2,598, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Yaniklar sits in Turkey, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Istanbul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Yaniklar to your route.

About Yaniklar

Kızılada, a.k.a. Kızıl Ada, anciently Lagusa or Lagousa or Lagussa or Lagoussa is a Turkish island in the Mediterranean Sea situated in the Fethiye Bay, southwestern Turkey. It is 4 mi (6.4 km) off the coast of Fethiye district in Muğla Province. The island hosts also the 19-century Kızılada Lighthouse on its southern

Read more point, which was redeveloped into a seafood restaurant in 2007 and a hostel with nine rooms in 2008. Kızılada is a popular stopover for boat tours around Fethiye.

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Yaniklar offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Yaniklar located?

Yaniklar is located in Muğla, Turkey, Asia. The coordinates are 36.7083 latitude, 29.0508 longitude.

What is the population of Yaniklar?

Yaniklar has a population of approximately 2,598 people, making it a town in Turkey.

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Quick Information

Population
2,598
Continent
Asia
Country
Turkey
Region
Muğla
Timezone
Europe/Istanbul
Coordinates
36.7083, 29.0508

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Turkey

Police
155
Ambulance
112
Fire
110
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Yaniklar

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

famous road

Lycian Way

A 540-kilometer long-distance hiking trail along Turkey's turquoise coast, rated one of the world's top ten long walks by the Sunday Times.

9 km · about 15 min drive

ancient ruins

Kayaköy Ghost Village

A haunting abandoned Greek village of over 500 stone houses and churches, left empty after the 1923 population exchange between Greece and Turkey.

14 km · about 25 min drive

beach

Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon)

Turkey's most photographed beach, a stunning turquoise lagoon at the foot of Babadağ mountain, famous as one of the world's best paragliding sites.

18 km · about 20 min drive

natural wonder

Butterfly Valley

A secluded paradise canyon accessible only by boat, home to over 100 species of butterflies and a stunning hidden waterfall.

20 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Saklıkent Gorge

An 18km canyon where icy water roars between towering walls you wade through on wooden walkways.

40 km · about 45 min drive

beach

Patara Beach

An 18km sweep of golden dunes backed by Lycian ruins, a loggerhead turtle nesting ground.

54 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Yaniklar

  • Right hereLycian WayA 540-kilometer long-distance hiking trail along Turkey's turquoise coast, rated one of the world's top ten long walks by the Sunday Times.
  • 77 kmD400 Lycian Coast RoadA cliff-hugging coastal highway curling past ancient ruins and turquoise bays from Fethiye to Antalya.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Yaniklar.

Kargı

🇹🇷 Turkey

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Fethiye

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10 km awayPop. 60,437

Göcek

🇹🇷 Turkey

11 km away

Yeşilüzümlü

🇹🇷 Turkey

17 km away

Ölüdeniz

🇹🇷 Turkey

18 km away

Kargınküre

🇹🇷 Turkey

19 km away

Şerefler

🇹🇷 Turkey

20 km awayPop. 1,623

Dalaman

🇹🇷 Turkey

23 km awayPop. 19,292

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