When searching for a "base camp" for visits to Limyra, Arikanda and Phaselis, I spotted Finike on a map and it turned out to be an excellent choice. It is not too large a town, yet has all the advantages of a real town: frequent transport in all directions, good hotels, decent restaurants, a beach and to my delight no tourists like in other towns nearby. The atmosphere was relaxed and food good. That is about it, but if you plan to see this part of the coast you should consider staying here. A marina seems to attract foreigners but they do not spill into town in droves.
I don't think it is much use to supply captions, what you see here is either a spot in town, a market day or the sea and the harbour.
Hi Dick,
I was born and spent my youth in Turkey. Now I live in Southern California for the last 40 years. From your photos Finike looks like an ideal place to retire in bliss and tranquillity. Thank you for helping me fantasize. By the way, you are doing a great service to the ex-pat Turks. We thank you.
Sam.