Patara Beach, 17 km (11 miles) west of Kalkan by road on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast (map), is known as the birthplace of Santa Claus, and also because of its l-o-n-g and uncrowded sand beach. Santa Claus? Am I kidding? Not at all! Santa Claus, otherwise known as St. Nicholas, was born in Patara in the 3rd century, and moved to Demre (Myra) where he became a bishop and did his many good works. (See the Demre page for more.) Patara...
Patara was said to have been founded by Patarus (Greek: Πάταρος), a son of Apollo. It was situated at a distance of 60 stadia to the southeast of the mouth of the river Xanthos. Patara was noted in antiquity for its temple and oracle of Apollo, second only to that of Delphi. The god is often mentioned with the surname Patareus (Greek: Παταρεύς). Herodotus says that the oracle of Apollo was delivered by a priestess only...
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A stone-built suite room with a traditional fireplace inside is decorated as reflecting Patara's ancient roots. A kitchenette for preparing drinks and snacks, air conditioning, big screen tv, rain shower, and a king-size bed.
Stone-built suite room with a traditional fireplace inside and decorated as reflecting the ancient roots of Patara. A kitchenette for preparing drinks and snacks, air conditioning, big screen tv, rain shower, and a king-size bed.
