Eşen_River

Eşen River

Eşen River

A river in Turkey

Eşen River (Turkish: Eşen çeyı or Seki Çayı) is a river in south west Turkey. 120 kilometres (75 mi) - river flows mostly in Muğla Province. It flows in the middle of Seydikemer ilçe (district) of Muğla Province.[1] The river although quite short is known for its touristic importance.

Quick Facts Eşen Seki Çayı, Native name ...

In the antiquity the river as well as the ancient city by the river was known as Xanthos. Both Patara and Letoon are nearby. Currently visitors enjoy rafting in the lower course of the river which draws the border line between Muğla and Antalya Provinces.[2]

  • View to the north of the Eşen Dam near Yaylapatlangıç; Seydikemer District, Muğla Province, Turkey.
  • Ören Canyon near Ören, Seydikemer County, Muğla Province; looking north.
  • View of the Eşen Çayı (Xanthos) in the Ören Canyon; Seydikemer County, Muğla Province; towards the northeast.


References

  1. [1]
    Ministry of Tourism and Culture page
  2. [2]
    Google map
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