Fethiye is a touristic district located in the eastern part of Muğla Province, at the western edge of the Mediterranean Region, and it has the largest surface area among Muğla’s districts. It borders Denizli (Çameli) to the north, Seydikemer to the east, and Dalaman to the west, while its southern side is entirely surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea. It is situated at the crossroads of the Aegean and Mediterranean regions, in a strategic location filled with natural beauty.
Location Features of Fethiye:
Geographical Position: Although it is located in the Mediterranean Region, it has a character blended with Aegean culture.
Neighbors: It borders Seydikemer to the east, Dalaman to the northwest, and the Çameli district of Denizli to the north.
Coastline: Its southern and southwestern coastline lies along the Mediterranean Sea and includes world-famous beaches such as Ölüdeniz, Kumburnu, Kabak Bay, and Çalış Beach.
Landscape: It consists of mountainous and coastal areas stretching from the western slopes of the Akdağ Mountains to the valley plains of the Eşen River.
Transportation: It is known for its proximity to Dalaman Airport and is located near the eastern gateway of Muğla, close to the Antalya border.
Fethiye has a highly distinctive geographical position where mountainous landscapes and coastal areas meet, in what was known in ancient times as the Lycian region.
