The Fortress of Kusadasi takes up the entire island floating off Kusadasi’s beach promenade. In fact, the name Kusadasi means ‘Pigeon Island,' the term give to the island in Ottoman times because of the migrating birds that roosted there.
The strategically located, fortified castle was built to protect the Ottoman
Empire’s valuable ocean-going trade, which was vulnerable to attack from pirates, including the infamous pirate Barbarossa. The fortress also defended the town from attack from the sea.
Poking above the trees crowning the island is the crenellated central tower of a 13th century Byzantine castle. The fairy-tale towers and battlements of fortified walls encircle the entire island, dipping down to meet the sea and running along the island’s hills.
Yesterday we explored this island, after enjoying morning tea on the waterfront....at least...some of us enjoyed. I have to say it was without a doubt the worst cappuccino I have ever had in my entire life. Mark makes a far superior one here in our villa.
They have strange flower bushes on this island....
And Lily is pushing the boundaries again....
When we returned home at lunchtime, we discovered the key had been left at home, and we were firmly locked out.
With a little help from the caretaker and a ladder, we were able to get in.
Dinner out again, at the restaurant next to the petting zoo, and a glimpse of a lovely sunset to finish off the night.
Posted from the back patio, where is cooler in the morning, and overlooks the second pool
Location:Arslanoğlu Sk,Davutlar,Turkey
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