Xanthos

Ksanthos

The ruins of the capital of ancient Lycia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its pillar tombs, theatre and the Harpy Tomb.

Xanthos was the capital of ancient Lycia and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1988, together with Letoon. The site includes a Roman theatre, the tall Harpy Tomb pillar (the relief is a replica), inscribed pillars carrying long passages in the Lycian language, and Byzantine church mosaic floors. The original Nereid Monument reliefs are now in the British Museum. Entry is charged. Allow about 1.5 hours. The site lies beside the village of Kınık, and it can be combined with Letoon and Patara in a day trip.

Opening hours

Approx. 8:00–19:00 (until 17:30 in winter)

World Heritage · Lycian · Ancient city

Nearby sights

Patara Beach
Patara Ancient City
İslamlar
Kalkan
Saklıkent Gorge
Bezirgan
Kaputaş Beach
Blue Cave (Mavi Mağara)

Places to eat nearby

Trio Restaurant
Aubergine
Kervan Pide & Kebab House
Smiley's
Pells
Bi Lokma (Mama's Kitchen)