Delikkemer (Patara Aqueduct)

Its story

Delikkemer is a water conveyance structure built in the Roman period to supply the ancient city of Patara. The line, made of huge interlocking stone blocks pierced through the middle, is notable for its siphon system carrying water under pressure; the joints were sealed with mortar to prevent leaks. According to two inscriptions on it, construction began under the Lycian governor Vilius Flaccus during the reign of Emperor Claudius (AD 48–50) and was completed under Eprius Marcellus (AD 50–55). Today a section of about 200 meters of the line is still standing.

Built

AD 48–55

Length

Water brought from 22.5 km away; a 200 m section stands

Admission

Free

Getting there

Between Kalkan and Patara, short footpath

Visit duration

30–45 minutes

Trip purpose

• Free
• Photography
• Quiet
• Hiking

Location

36.26583, 29.36675

Where to eat nearby

4 venues within about 2 km

• Karadeniz Vadi Restaurant

  Breakfast houseUnverified

  1.3 km

• Hanımeli Gözleme

  RestaurantUnverified

  1.3 km

• Balık Adam Kokoreç Tavuk Balıkçılık

  Fish restaurantUnverified

  1.8 km

• Kardelen Köfte Tantuni

  Fast foodUnverified

  1.9 km

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