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Shrouded in mystery and intrigue, the history of Lycia is not as clear or well-documented as that of many other cultures. However what is known is that the fierce independence of the Lycians, which was much admired by their Greek neighbours, led them to form the world’s first free government. While other city-states fought amongst themselves, the Lycian Federation kept the cities of Lycia in a peaceful unity that was envied by many other cultures. Today, if you are visiting Turkey, walks in the National Parks along the Lycian Way allow you to follow in the footsteps of these political founders and wander the ruins of their cities enjoying the same sense of peace that the Lycians cherished. Read the rest of this entry »