In Kaş, the center of the historic Lycian region, the Taurus Mountains embrace the sea as they stand watch over the city rising above it to dizzying heights. the also protect the   
naturel beauty of the blue sea. In the idyllic setting the city is nestled as though in the sea.    
   The Lycian name for, Kaş was probably Habessos or Habesa. In ancient classical times it was known as Antiphellos, which then became Andifli. The first settlers in Kaş and the area along the coast from Fethiye to Alanya are though to have been members of the Luwi tribes (2.000 B.C.) The Lycians were descendes of Luwi, and followed in the foot steps of their fore fathers in establishing a civilization here. The people referred to in Hittite and Egyptian sources as Lukki or Lukka are thought to have   
been Lycians. This small, picturesque harbour town, nestled at the foot of the Taurus Mountains, retains its charm and beaty, as it has done since ancient Lycian times. The friendliness and   
simplicity of the local people and the unspoilt nature of this pretty setting make Kaş an attractive centre as much today as 3000 years ago. Kaş is one of the gems of Turkey's spectacuroad descends to sea level. Many a tourist has abondonned his original itinerary to an impromptu several days exploring the bays, islands and mountains surrounding the town. It is possible to enjoy history, sea and sun in an unspoilt, secluded setting.    
   Dating from sixth century B.C., an impressive, open air theatre from the Hellenistic period overlooks the sea. It has 26 tiers of seats, an agora and the remains of underground domed chambers, once used as silos. There are also a few remains of the defence walls theat surrounded the city of Antiphellos in various locations around the town. The Lycian Rock   
Tombs are an important feature of Kaş. The Monument Tomb, featuring four lions heads, is situated at the top of the main shopping street. The Rock Tombs, high above the inscriptions. Another tomb, resembling a house, can be reached from the north- west side of the town in the direction of the "new" mosque. It features a grave, dating from the 4th century B.C., 3.70 metres high with a relief representing 24 dancing girls.