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Kedrai Ancient City is an archaeological site located on Sedir Island, famous for its Hellenistic and Roman period remains.

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Kedrai Ancient City is located within the borders of Marmaris district of Muğla, on Sedir Island in Gökova Bay. Kedrai, one of the important cities of the Carian region in ancient times, experienced great prosperity, especially during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. The most well-known feature of the island is its unique sandy beach, also known as Cleopatra Beach. The legend is widespread that these sands were specially brought for the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra and are found only on Sedir Island. However, scientific research shows that the sand actually originates from the island's geological structure. In the ancient city, a theater, agora, the remains of the Temple of Apollo, a necropolis, and various civil structures can be seen. The theater, built on the northeastern tip of the island overlooking the sea, had a capacity of approximately 2500 people. The agora is located southwest of the theater and was the center of trade and social life. Only the foundation remains of the Temple of Apollo have survived to the present day. Kedrai was a city-state dependent on Rhodes and played an important role in Rhodes' naval power. In the 4th century BC, it came under Persian rule, and later regained its independence with the conquests of Alexander the Great. The Roman period...

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  • Access to Sedir Island is usually provided by boat tours, which you can arrange from Marmaris or Akyaka.
  • It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes when visiting the ancient city, as there are paths and uneven terrain.
  • Especially in summer months, don't forget to bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water to protect yourself from the sun.
  • If you want to swim at Cleopatra Beach, it is forbidden to bring items such as towels and umbrellas onto the beach to protect its unique sand structure.
  • Food and drink options on the island may be limited, so it would be beneficial to bring snacks and drinks with you.