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Temple of Aphrodite, Knidos

The Temple of Aphrodite Euploia was a sanctuary in ancient Knidos dedicated to the goddess Aphrodite. It was a famous pilgrimage, known for hosting the famous statue of Aphrodite of Knidos. The sanctuary was dedicated to the goddess under her name Aphrodite Euploia or 'Aphrodite of the Fair Voyage', which was her name in her capacity of a sea goddess, an aspect very popular among sailors.

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Knidos

303 m · Knidos or Cnidus was a Greek city in ancient Caria and part of the Dorian Hexapolis, in south-western Asia Minor, modern-day Turkey. It was situated on the Datça peninsula, which forms the southern side of the Sinus Ceramicus, now known as Gulf of Gökova. By the 4th century BC, Knidos was located at the site of modern Tekir, opposite Triopion Island.

Theatre of Cnidus [Knidos]

366 m · The Theatre of Cnidus, located in Datça, was originally built in the 2nd century BC, with its current appearance dating to the 1st or 2nd century AD. This Hellenistic-era theatre, constructed using local limestone and marble, has a capacity for approximately 5,000 spectators. It is within walking distance of Knidos (166 m) and the Temple of Aphrodite, Knidos (366 m).

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6.3 km

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9.1 km

Palamutbükü Plajı

11.8 km

Akvaryum Plajı

12.9 km

Kızılbük

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Melinda Restaurant

16.3 km

Franco Cafe Beach

16.7 km

Ovabükü

16.7 km

Hayıtbükü Koyu

17.8 km

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21.7 km

Domuz Çukuru

23.9 km

SO Datça Cafe&Store

26.7 km

GÜZELİZ MEYHANE

26.7 km

Nirva

27.0 km

Kargı Plajı

27.0 km

Akvaryum Koyu

27.1 km

Belediye Hamamı

27.9 km

Yeşim Teras viewpoint

28.1 km

Eski Meyhane

28.2 km

Taşlık Plajı

28.3 km · Taşlık Beach, located in the Datça district of Muğla, is situated between Datça Port and Ilıca, offering a calm atmosphere protected from northern winds. The beach features a mix of sand and pebbles and is home to Ilıca Pond, known for its healing sulfuric waters emerging from the seabed. Additionally, freshwater flowing from the harbor rocks creates a less salty area in certain parts of the beach. Entry to the beach is free, and amenities such as restaurants, sun loungers, and umbrellas are available.