Demre Myra Kekova Tour, Myra was a leading city of the Lycian Union. Its remains are situated about 1.5 km north of today’s Demre. The ancient city walls which is right next to the theatre, was built on a steep hill. As a member of the Lycian League, Myra played an important role in coin minting. The oldest coins of Myra date to third century BC. On these coins, images of Artemis and local goddesses are still visible. Would you like to know more? Then Come to Antalya and book your tour. Kekova (Sunken City): Kekova has a surface area of 5,7sq km. On the north shore of Kekova, the ruins of a city, whose large part has sunk under sea, can be viewed. That is why the island is very important in terms of underwater archaeology. The island of Kekova is the main stop for yacht tours also. St.Nicolaus: According to ancient sources, St.Nicolaus was born at the end of the 3rd century in Patara, 60 km west of Demre in a wealthy family. He had a good education and devoted himself to mankind. He was loved very much. Every year in Demre on the anniversary of Jesus Christ’s birthday, the poor people found golden apples, toys and snacks on their door steps. But no one had a clue about who this benevolent person was. Simena : The village of Kale, previously known as Simena is very attractive. Its ruins are situated under the sea and a well preserved from Middle ages. Most of the buildings have two floors. The stone ruins are also quite appealing. Simena is the most interesting ruin in the theatre which was carved in the natural rock block.