Kaş is a beautiful fishing village on the southern coast of Turkey and overlooks the stunning crystal clear Mediterranean Sea! Kaş (or "Kash", in Turkish the ş has a "sh" sound) is just an hour's drive from Kalkan and is a favourite amongst those wishing to escape the crowds. Our local company offers a range of unique and interesting tours and activities to those of you interested in some real outdoor adventure such as diving and trekking to name a few! We also offer as well, a range of Kaş Hotels in and around this beautiful region of Turkey.
Kaş has it all; an amazing sea, lush forests, incredible history and art, relaxed vibe, and some fantastic little tea houses where both fisherman and tourists alike relax and exchange anecdotes!
It is quite interesting how the village of Kaş got its name, actually the shape of the village is curved, resembling an eyebrow; hence it gets its name ‘Kaş,' which means eyebrow in Turkish. High cliffs measuring 500m form the backdrop of this quaint town as they reach the surface of the Mediterranean Sea! A special evening can be had overlooking this paradise at one of the many Kas Restaurants.
Kaş is the second major resort in this region of Turkey and although it does not have long stretches of beaches, you can still access the clean and clear Mediterranean waters using the stairs outside the many Kas Restaurants. There are plenty things to see & do in Kas whether you are with your family or a small group of friends. Along with a great Kaş Nightlife, this small fishing village has acquired the reputation of being a pleasant holidaying destination!
Whilst smaller then some of the other resorts in Turkey, Kaş still boasts an excellent range of accommodation to suit all budgets. With a range of quality Luxury Kas Hotels that boast excellent views of the Mediterranean Sea to the cheap Kas Hotels and Hostels. Another popular choice these days for bigger groups, families, or just couples wanting a bit more privacy, are the Kas Apartments and Kas Villas. Just ask one of our friendly English-speaking team members that operate this website!
Kas was founded in the fourth century BC, and was called Habesa or Habesos in the ancient Lycia language. It served as a harbour to another town called Phellos which was higher up in the mountains. ‘Phellos' is the Greek word for ‘stony place' and the name is apt as there are several structures here in stone, all of which have some historical importance. Later Kaş came to be known as Antiphellos. During the Roman domination, Kaş gained importance as a port town because sponges and wood were exported from its harbour. Taking a Tour of Kaş enables travellers to experience all that this place has to offer and to learn more about its interesting history. In fact, our local company also offers range of activities, including diving in Kaş and hiking in Kas.
Kaş has an impressive theatre which dates back to the Hellenistic period. It also has an astonishing collection of sculpted carvings. In particular, the monumental tomb of the lion is very impressive. In the centre of the town is a Lycian sarcophagus, which is one of the famous monuments of Kaş. There are many thinks to see and do in Kas on your next Kas Travel in Turkey. Lately tourism has developed in this village, but it has not taken away the old world charm of a small town, complete with winding cobble-stone streets and unusual boutique shops. At these friendly Kaş shops you can shop for Turkish leather, carpets and ceramics.
Kaş is also the starting point for glass bottomed boat trips in Kas which take you to the sunken cities surrounding Kekova Island. It is from here that you can see the ruins of a mysterious civilisation. You can also visit the archaeological sites at Xanthos Valley, Myra and Demre. Before visiting be sure to check out the best time to visit Kaş by viewing our Kaş Weather page, here you will find the latest Kas Weather Forecast!
The warm sea water is clear and cobalt blue in colour, and the town is picture postcard perfect offering a variety of Kaş Tours. The red mountains behind the sea make a perfect backdrop in this stunning landscape. If you peek out of your hotel room, you can actually see the Greek island of Megisti right outside. Touring in Kaş you'll find people who smile a lot and are charming. They are not aggressive and do not hard sell their wares to customers. Use our map of Kaş to familiarise yourself with the layout of the town.
Kaş beaches are not sand beaches. In reality they cannot be classified as beaches as they look more like rocky enclaves which are owned by various Kas restaurants. Here you can use the deck chairs for free but you are expected to buy a drink or something to eat from them. You can get into the water by climbing down ladders which resemble swimming pool ladders and once you get down you can see 20 feet below the surface of the sea.
Staying at one of the Kas hotels, or as part of a Kas tour, you can try diving and sea kayaking or take the sailing boats which anchor in the harbour. Kaş is one destination where you can experience many things at the same time. It has the amazing sea, the forests and also a lot of history and art. The town has many houses on and around the main street. The tea houses are places were both fishermen and tourists relax and exchange anecdotes. If you want a holiday in a historical yet picturesque place, then the fishing village of Kaş is just the place.
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