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Balbura Ancient City

Seydikemer, Muğla

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A mountain city south of Altınyayla, a member of the Kibyra tetrapolis, with two theaters and an acropolis.

Safety warning

Remote location; bring water and enough fuel, and there may be no phone signal.

Its story

Balbura is an ancient city built on a high plateau near Altınyayla (Dirmil). Together with Kibyra, Bubon and Oinoanda it was a member of the region's four-city league, and it was later associated with Lycia. On the acropolis hill and in the lower city are the remains of two separate theaters, an agora and tombs. Since it is difficult to reach, it is a deserted site visited only by curious travelers.

Key facts

Admission
Free; no prepared site
Best season
May–October
Getting there
South of Altınyayla, gravel road toward Çölkayığı
Visit duration
2 hours

Trip purpose

  • Quiet
  • Hiking

Location

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36.95236, 29.57914

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balbura_(Lycia) | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balbura