Xanthos Pillar Tomb

The ancient city of Xanthos, one of the main centres of the ancient region of Lycia in southern Turkey, contains many fascinating remains of urban life from more than two millennia ago. Among them are the multiple monumental pillar tombs, strikingly Anatolian and breathtakingly beautiful. The pictured example towers above several finely carved house tombs, forming a highly evocative ensemble. Xanthos is only one part of the rich array of historical sites that will amaze you on the Peter Sommer Travels cruise of the Lycian shore. Find out about our Lycian Shore gulet holiday

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