Invitation to accident, historic castle’s staircase rotted

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Lerato Khumalo

The stairs of the historical castle in Kaleköy, located between Kaş and Demre, are inviting disaster. The wooden stairs designed to provide visitors with access to the upper levels of the castle, located in the courtyard of the historical castle that gave its name to Kaleköy, a district of Kaş, pose a danger, while it remains unclear when precautions will be taken. It is noticeable that the railings and handrails on at least two levels have rotted, their connections have broken, and some of the steps have broken. Despite the dangerous situation that has emerged, it is also striking that only a few warning signs have been hung. Visitors to the historical castle say that if the stairs are not taken into urgent maintenance and the system is not repaired with more durable materials, a serious accident could occur.

The historical castle fascinates tourists with its uniquely beautiful location.

ACCIDENT MAY OCCUR

Invitation to accident, the staircase of the historical castle rotted - Picture : 2
The warning signs placed on damaged parts of the stairs do not go unnoticed.

BYZANTINE CASTLE

On the other hand, Kaleköy, overlooking the heavenly blue, is located in the Demre district. Located in the middle of the ancient Lycian necropolis, Kaleköy Castle has an interesting historical past. There is also a small theatre in the Byzantine castle, which was built in the Middle Ages to combat pirates who had a home in Kekova. Kaleköy, overlooking Kekova Island, can be reached by sea or on foot from Üçağız.

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