Kalkan Turkey Forum - EnjoyKalkan.com
Kalkan Discussion => General Discussion => Topic started by: youngstu on May 11, 2009, 09:37:16 PM
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OK...I''ve never been before and I''m thinking about going in September. After reading a little about Kalkan on the internet I have a great impression of it in my mind but I''m not sure if I''m right. Any help or comments are very welcome.
Is Kalkan a small village which isn''t overrun with tourism and still feels traditionally Turkish? (I believe it is but want to check)
I think it''s predominantly a harbour but I have read that it does have a beach....What is the beach like?
Can anyone tell me about any other beaches which are reasonably close (10-15 mins by dolmus max.)
Is it true that most of the restaurants have roof terraces where you can chill out and have a drink after your dinner?
Would it be a good base for taking trips to some of the historical sites?
I have stacks of other questions but I''ll leave at this just now.
Thanks.
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it will tick all those boxes it is in all essence a village..although not as small as was..the old village is pretty much as it has been for donkeys years,restaurants just move location!!.....the town beach is not great but is ample...but a 20min dolmus ride away you have one of turkeys treasures..Patara beach!! Kalkan can also be used for trips either by road or sea.....try scrolling down through some of the headings you think might be of interest..you will see various headings like general discussion ,bars and nightlife etc....and by the way welcome to the forum" ;)
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I think BL has covered all yor current questions and if you look through the other threads you will get a good idea of the many trips and things you can do.
If you have any other questions, fire away, I am sure we will do our best to help
Joan
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The heart of Kalkan has a traditional village feel but the extent of the whole community is quite large. There''s no doubt that the whole place is Turkish and has not been spoilt or overrun but I remember being a bit disappointed when I first arrived on the outskirts of the town at dusk on my first visit and wondering what the fuss was all about. And then the next morning discovered the old town and harbour - and the people, and the restaurants, and the fabulous setting with wonderful views. And many visits later I still have that same feeling of wonder when I get there and longing to be there when I''m not!
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As everyone has said,yes to all your questions,the town beach is pebbles its ok and you are close to the bars and eating places if you want a bit more choice for lunch,but you have all the beach clubs as well,and I
think most still do a free boat transfer,so you have a pretty good choice for topping up your tans ;D
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Hi Youngstu,
If you go to the town beach you will need crocs, or similar, otherwise walking down to the sea will just be entertainment for everyone else ;D ;D. BL has mentioned Patara which is an amazing beach, and in the other direction towards Kas, Kaputas is a beautiful sandy cove. There isn''t much in the way of facilities there so pack a picnic and be prepared for a steep walk down..then back up :)
I always describe Kalkan to people who have never been as a bit like a Cornish village in its lay out but with brilliant weather, truly turquoise sea and the warmest Turkish hospitality you will find anywhere. It''s an intoxicating combination.
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I always describe Kalkan to people who have never been as a bit like a Cornish village in its lay out but with brilliant weather, truly turquoise sea and the warmest Turkish hospitality you will find anywhere. It''''s an intoxicating combination.
spot on !!!!
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Cheers everyone. I''m getting more convinced about going after reading your replies. I''ll just need to try and work out the costsetc. No doubt after I search around a bit on here I''ll find details on some hotels, flights etc.
Whats the climate like in September?