Ölüdeniz (literally "Dead Sea", due to its calm waters even during storms; official translation: Blue Lagoon) is a town of the municipality and district of Fethiye, Muğla Province, Turkey.Mahalle, Turkey Civil Administration Departments Inventory. Retrieved 19 September 2023. Its population is 6,132 (2022). Before the 2013 reorganisation, it was a town (belde). It is a beach resort on the Turkish Riviera, at the conjunction point of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. It is located south of Fethiye, near Mount Babadağ.

It has a sandy bay at the mouth of Ölüdeniz, on a blue lagoon. The beach itself is a pebble beach. The lagoon is a national nature reserve and construction is strictly prohibited.Overview of Ölüdeniz, Fethiye The seawater of Ölüdeniz is famous for its shades of turquoise and aquamarine, while its beach is an official Blue Flag beach.

Paragliding Ölüdeniz is also famous for its paragliding opportunities. It is a popular site due to its views, stable weather conditions, and Mount Babadağ's exceptional height. The possibility to fly above water makes it also a prime location for SIV (safety training) and paragliding acrobatics.

Ultramarathon Since 2010, an international multiday trail running ultramarathon, called Lycian Way Ultramarathon, is held on the historical Lycian Way. The event runs eastward on a route of around from Ölüdeniz to Antalya in six days.

Scuba diving Ölüdeniz offer a variety of diving opportunities with regard to its crystal clear waters and rich underwater caves and fauna. Scuba diving is the most popular underwater activity. Local diving agencies provide courses and required scuba diving licences. Snorkelling is another diving activity and many sites are very suitable for snorkelling.

See also Butterfly Valley, Fethiye

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Climate Ölüdeniz has typical Mediterranean climate. The weather is warm all year round, but in the summer temperatures often surpass .

See also Blue Cruise Foreign purchases of real estate in Turkey Hisarönü and Ovacık, two nearby towns which form part of Ölüdeniz Municipality Marinas in Turkey Turkish Riviera

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