Destination
Knidos Antik Kenti
Knidos, established between the islands of Kos and Rhodes, one of the famous centers of the ancient period, is one of the most important centers of the Caria region and the second known Doric city after Halicarnassus. The Dorians coming from the Peloponnese founded the city of Knidos shortly after the settlements of Rhodes and Kos. Strabo states that the city was built on terraces and rose from the shore toward the acropolis like a theater.
Knidos Antik Kenti and 2 places around it
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Highlights
- History
Good for
- Cultural routes
Suggested visit:45 minutes
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Knidos Antik Kenti sits within Datça, Muğla. The toroti catalogue holds 120 described stops across Muğla, 3 of them in Datça.
The nearest stop is Kizilbük Ve Hayitbük Koylari, 18 km to the east. Another 2 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
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Frequently asked
- What is Knidos Antik Kenti?
- Knidos, established between the islands of Kos and Rhodes, one of the famous centers of the ancient period, is one of the most important centers of the Caria region and the second known Doric city after Halicarnassus. The Dorians coming from the Peloponnese founded the city of Knidos shortly after the settlements of Rhodes and Kos. Strabo states that the city was built on terraces and rose from the shore toward the acropolis like a theater.
- Where is Knidos Antik Kenti?
- Knidos Antik Kenti is in Datça, Muğla.
- How long does it take to visit Knidos Antik Kenti?
- The suggested visit time for Knidos Antik Kenti is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Knidos Antik Kenti?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Knidos Antik Kenti; the closest are Kizilbük Ve Hayitbük Koylari, Gebekum.