Amintas Rock Tombs

In the city center, there are "Amintas Rock Tombs" carved into rocks, dating back to the Lycian period (4th century BC). These tombs are located at a point reached by nearly a hundred smooth steps. The view of Fethiye and the sea from here is magnificent. These tombs were specially built for high-status people and were carved into rocks suitable for processing. In the city center there is also a monument dating back to the Lycian period, B.C. There are also works from the 4th century. These works include tombs carved into natural rocks, which have become symbols of the city.

Amintas, the most beautiful and magnificent of the tombs, can be reached by many smooth steps. This tomb is easily visible even from the plain below, and the closer you get, the more you marvel at its size. In the middle of the left column of the tomb, BC. "Herpamiasoğlu amintas" is written in the 4th century alphabet. The identity of this person is not fully known. There are many sarcophagus tombs worth seeing in the district, but the most important of them belongs to the Lycian period. The front of this two-storey tomb has quadrangular carvings resembling wooden beams and a gothic-style arched lid. Both sides of the door are decorated with frescoes depicting battles thought to be related to the person's life.

History of Amintas Rock Tombs

Amintas Rock Tombs, built in 350 BC, have a fascinating historical past and an architecture worth seeing. You will have to climb dozens of steps to reach the tomb, but once you climb, you can take time to explore the details and photograph the magnificent architecture. The fine carving on the tomb is truly impressive and contains details that are still worth seeing, even over time. This magnificent historical building is a structure that preserves its value by resisting the influence of time.

The view of Fethiye in front of the Amintas Rock Tombs is also a detail worth seeing. The harmony of blue and green creates a truly wonderful image when seen from above. The king of the period had a tomb built for himself and his family on this hill with a magnificent view. This scenic tomb reflects the power and grandeur of the king.

You can reach the Amintas Rock Tombs by climbing nearly a hundred steps. These tombs were specially made for people with high status and the engravings on them show this. Once you enter the tomb, its magnificence becomes even more evident. There are two imposing columns at the entrance of the tomb. In the middle of the left column, B.C. "Herpamiasoğlu amintas" is written in the 4th century alphabet. The identity of this person is not fully known. Amintaş Rock Tombs Entrance Fee

The fee you pay for 1 person to Amintas Rock Tombs is 20 TL. Entrance hours vary depending on summer and winter. You can visit between 08:30 and 19:00 in summer. Additionally, the Museum Card is valid.

Where are Amintas Rock Tombs?

It is located in Fethiye district, which is a history-filled district of Muğla. Minibuses remain in the rock tombs in the Kesikkapı District of the district, as well as in the city. Full Address: Kesikkapı, 117. Sk. No:3, 48300 Fethiye/Muğla

While You're At It

While you are here to visit the Amintaş Rock Tombs, you can visit many historical places and museums around Muğla. You can add more historical places and museums to visit in Mugla to your route by visiting the Mugla Museums page on our website.