The ancient city of Caunos grew on the border between Lycia and Caria. Caunos had a particular culture was an independent city state.

The city sprawls over a broad slope overlooking the sea and delta. At Caunos there is an Acropolis surrounded by the city walls, a theatre (which seats 1500 ), Four temples, an agora, shops, harbour, Roman bath and cistern, Some of ruins are still underground.

You can visit Caunos at any time. First you will have to cross the channel via  a rowing boat, then 10 minutes walk to the city. Caunos can also be visited as part of a daily boat tour.