No nightclubs. No banana boats or jet skis. Nothing, in fact, besides the gentle ripple of waves on the beach, the clucking of chickens and the occasional plump orange falling from a tree. Welcome to one of Turkey’s best-kept secrets, the resort of Cirali – pronounced ‘cheer-a-lay’ – on the sun-splashed Antalya coast.
A perfect spot for a peaceful family getaway, the Cirali vibe is so laidback even the friendly local dogs can barely rouse themselves to beg for scraps.
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Cirali beach is refreshingly undeveloped, at least in part due to the endangered turtles that lay their eggs in the sand every summer. There are charming wooden cabins to stay in that blend into the trees, the 3.5km strand of shingle beach is perfectly safe for swimming, and the village of Cirali itself is just a short walk away – what more could you desire? Discover ancient ruins, burning mountains and rural splendor on a vacation you won’t want to end. Find out more in our Cirali beach vacations guide.